The Woodman Inn, Durham

A real traditional local, with seating in the front room, pool, newspapers and good-natured banter. Three handpumps, with beers including Hobgoblin and Theakston Christmas Ale (£2.00 on special offer). Overall, an excellent spot for a pint on a Saturday evening when all the pubs nearer the city centre were heaving and guarded by door staff.

this was the first pub i ever went to 30 years ago.still as good now as it was then.great beer.pleasant staff.well worth the climb up the hill from durham.a must if you are in durham.