The Cross Daggers is the local pub for a number of my northern relatives, I visited a fair few times while on my latest trip to the north. The pub is situated at the top of a hill; normally enough to make one kick they're heels and moan about the walk and can't we go to the Oak, it's closer. On arrival all fears were put to rest, what an outstanding place this is.
Recently refurbished from a formally grotty, two-room social club feel, the Cross Daggers has been transformed. Now you'll feel nothing but warmth as you walk in, not just from the decor, the pictures, the furniture but the people too. Outstandingly friendly staff serving wonderfully looked after real ale. There was Black Sheep on tap, and frankly kids it won't get any better than that.
The Cross Daggers wins on so many levels and it's greatest achievments is not relying on SKY SPORTS screens all over, pool tables, fruit machines and all that other claptrap. Just good people, great atmosphere and excellent beer.
Obviously the Cross Daggers is a locals pub, a little out of the way, but should you find yourself in the area I insist you pop in. This is what British pubs have always been and always should be. Britain at it's very best if you will. read more