Preston, Lancashire. Located opposite the Preston Railway Station, the building dates back to 1750 when it was the Victoria Hotel. With rolling live updates of train departures on the screen next to the nice little bar (featuring lots of beer memorabilia and coasters), it is the perfect place to wait for your train. The great old wooden beams (painted grey?!) are always a welcome sight.

I had a taste of the Moorhouse's Pendle Witches Brew (a strong ale that really isn't that strong!) but settled on a Cracking Shot from the Reedley Hallows Brewing Co. (especially appropriate during Euro 2024). Both breweries are located in Burnley.