And most have had a new lick of paint added here and there. But at heart they still remain that last bastion of quintessential England… the traditional old-school boozer. Where folk can pull up a bar stool and sup their cheap chosen tipple and do a spot of people watching, or catch up with a friend without the risk of bursting an ear drum. Or maybe even chuck a few darts or play dominos and pool. These are just some of those ‘proper’ pubs where you can experience all that.
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1. Lane Ends Hotel
The Lane Ends Hotel at Ashton, Preston, first opened in 1852 as a coaching inn. Although the pub has been modernised now, it still remains a traditional boozer Photo: Archive
2. The Black Horse
The Black Horse in Preston is probably one of the most well-known traditional pubs due to its unusual claim to fame. The grade II listed building is the only pub in England to have an entrance/exit on three different streets. And the interior is rather special too, featuring this stunning tiled bar, tiled walls and mosaic floor - and this is comes with national historical importance Photo: Neil Cross
3. The Bull & Royal
The Bull & Royal on Church Street in Preston is a pub steeped in history. The Grade II listed building was once owned by Lord Derby and served as a coaching inn. It can even count author Charles Dickens as a notable visitor. By and large the Bull & Royal remains a traditional boozer, with modern flourishes Photo: Archive
4. The Market Tavern
The Market Tavern is a traditional one-room pub dating back to the mid-1800, and it sits facing the historic covered market in the heart of Preston city centre Photo: Iain Lynn