The Metro Hotel

The Metro Hotel's a decent shout if you're after a place in town with a bit of a buzz, especially when the weather's playing ball. They've got a good-sized outdoor seating area that gets pretty lively. It's not a quiet pint kind of place, more of a modern bar atmosphere.

It’s got a solid 4.3 rating from over 300 Google reviews, so most people seem to rate it. I've popped in a few times after work and it's always been alright. They do rooms too, if you're looking to stay over, but I've never used them myself. You can find them on Lord Street, can't miss it.

Opening hours are pretty generous – 8 in the morning until 9 or 11 at night, depending on the day, so you can grab a coffee or something stronger. Give them a bell on 01704 536836 if you want to check if they're showing any footy, or if the outside bit is open.

Worth knowing: the outdoor area gets rammed on sunny weekends, so get there early if you want a table.