Extensively and sympathetically refurbished in spring 2014. Reopened on 14th May 2014 with 18 handpumps for cask ale in the main bar and a further 4 to the side. Since then, the real ale choice has diminished but up to six will usually be available A busy M&B Nicholson's pub, now with a stronger emphasis on food but with many and diverse real ales available. The Victorian splendours of this local, Grade II-listed landmark feature in CAMRA's National Inventory of pub interiors of outstanding historic interest. The island bar counter is one of the longest in the country.