The Black Friar is a traditional town centre pub with a great reputation for its friendly atmosphere and its entertainment offer. It has an open plan trading area, with a fantastic characterful bar servery, wood panelled flooring, stained glass windows, an open fire, beamed ceilings and local bric-a-brac providing character. The large bar servery is a focal point of the pub and is conveniently positioned towards the centre of the room, hosting several cask ale pumps as well as a number of leading brands. The back bar is well-stocked with optics and there is plenty of space for merchandising. Fixed benched seating, loose tables and chairs, and bar stools can accommodate up to 50 guests altogether. There is also plenty of standing room and this is particularly useful when the popular entertainment is in full swing, which currently includes a Saturday night DJ and regular open mic nights. This activity is well supported by a speaker system throughout the pub and there is also a television in the lounge. To the side of the pub is a lawned garden with picnic benches for around 30 guests, and there is also a smoking solution to the rear.