Originally opened in late 2019 as the tap room for the long-established Howard Town brewery (later renamed Distant Hills Brewery). Renamed as Distant Hills Tap and Kitchen following the closure of the brewery in 2023. Enter via a door atop some steps, you are greeted by a large, double-height room packed with brewing equipment, various related items, and supplies. The small bar is located at the front left, this generally showcases the entire brewery range (cask and otherwise). The seating and tables are of a multitude of styles, so have obviously been acquired ad hoc, yet this adds to the fun and lived-in, friendly feel to the place. Very good value cheese platters are available, which are both filling, and utilise locally-produced cheeses. Walkers welcome.