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Old Green Tree

A fixture of the city, loved by many because of its unpretentious straightforwardness, this charming little 18th-c tavern simply doesn't change ' and we're all very grateful for that. There's oak panelling and low ceilings of wood and plaster, and just three small rooms. These include a comfortable lounge on the left as you go in ' with walls decorated with wartime aircraft pictures (in winter) and local artists' work (in spring and summer) ' and a back bar. The big skylight lightens things attractively. Half a dozen beers on handpump might include Green Tree Bitter (named for the pub from Blindmans Brewery) and Butcombe Original with guests such as Pitchfork Ales Pitchfork and Plain Inntrigue; also, seven wines by the glass from a nice little list with helpful tasting notes, 26 malt whiskies and a farm cider. The gents' is basic and down steep steps. No children and no dogs.