One of Brighton's most historic pubs, the Druids Head continues to be as popular as ever thanks to an adventurous range of ales.

The Venue
Just off The Lanes, The Druids Head has a bit of a past. The building dates back to 1510 and takes its name from a ring of stones, believed to be connected to the druids, excavated nearby two centuries ago. It faces what used to be the original town square of Brighthelmstone, the original fishing village of Brighton and during the 18th century the tavern was associated with silk and liquor smuggling and a tunnel used to run from its cellars down to the beach. With its stone slabs on the floor, low ceiling and exposed brickwork The Druids Head has barrels of character. There are around half a dozen tables outside on the wide pavement, which also has a small tree sprouting out of it.

The People
Popular with both a student and an older crowd the pub is a relaxed place to kick back and mull over your day with the aid of a few jars. Beers are the speciality here so there's a quiet air of contemplation that hangs over the tables as the first sip is savoured. Open mic nights take place mid-week and are busy affairs spanning the generations.

The Food and Drink
There's a wide range of beers on draught including Carlsberg, Fosters, Red Stripe, Tubourg, Harveys, London Pride, Old Speckled Hen, John Smiths and Tetleys. There's also Corona, Leffe Blonde and Polish beer Okocim in bottles. The sharing plates are the most popular choice on the menu for groups of friends who work their way steadily through the food and a bottle of wine.

The Last Word
An historic pub which is still pulling in the punters thanks to an impressive combination of heritage, ambience and a wide range of old favorites and more unusual drinks.