The Linley Tavern

If you’re after a proper local that actually feels like a local, the Linley Tavern delivers. The staff here are the kind who remember your drink before you’ve even got your coat off — that’s not an accident, it’s just how they run the place. They put on family events through the year (the Halloween parties go down a treat), and there’s live music when you want a bit more than just a quiet pint. Parking’s not an issue either, which makes a difference in this part of Stoke.