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The Beehive
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
localhistoricfriendly
About the Vibe
Perched right by the railway station, The Beehive is an imposing Victorian building from 1897 that demands attention. While the pristine white walls inside might feel a bit clinical to some, the original fittings, high ceilings, and that spectacular entrance porch with hanging baskets create a genuinely local vibe. It's the kind of place where regulars know each other by name, and you can grab a pitcher of Pimms for a decent price while the DJ gets things buzzing later in the evening. The pub holds a CAMRA One Star National Inventory status for good reason—there's real history in those yellow brick walls and original curved bar counters. It's not trying to be trendy or hip; it's just a solid, friendly neighborhood boozer that's been around since the Victorian era and shows it.
Known For
- •Victorian architecture from 1897
- •CAMRA One Star National Inventory
- •original curved bar counters
- •friendly regular crowd
Best For
casual drinkslocal hangoutgroups
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 10, 2026
A Victorian gem with local soul
The Beehive is one of those pubs that makes you stop and stare from the street. That 1897 facade with the colorful plasterwork beehive motif is striking, and once you step through the grand entrance porch, you're hit with the scale of it all—high ceilings, long bar, and a real sense of space. The interior has gone through some changes (those white walls aren't everyone's cup of tea), but the bones are solid: original bar counters, etched glass, and enough history to make you feel like you're stepping back in time.
What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere. It's clearly a hub for locals—you can tell the staff know their regulars, and there's a buzz that comes from that kind of community connection. It's not fancy, it's not trying to be Instagram-worthy, and honestly, that's part of its charm. You come here for a proper pint, a friendly chat, and the feeling of being part of the neighborhood.
If you're looking for a traditional pub experience that still feels alive and relevant, The Beehive delivers. It's not perfect—the decor might feel a bit stark to some—but it's authentic, affordable, and has that rare quality of being a place where you'll want to come back.