Next to both universities, so it has a student vibe with juke boxes, pool tables, big screen TVs and game machines, plus an array of DJs four nights a week.

The Hancock

Relaxing place with a mixture of locals and hotel guests, shiny decor and a large outside seating area.

Bar Blanc

Contains fossils, mummies, stuffed animals and local history exhibits.

Mon-Fri 10AM-5PM, Sat 10AM-4PM, Sun 11AM-4PM

Great North Museum: Hancock

This spacious bar shows live sports on wide-screen TVs and has an outdoor beer garden.

Osbornes

Old-style pub with great ales, dog-friendly.

Mon-Thu noon-11PM, Fri Sat noon-midnight, Sun 1PM-11PM

Collingwood Arms