The Dolphin has and always will be a working mans pub - expect to see the same faces in for a few after work pints during the week. Occasionally there will be a disco on the weekend which tends to attract a younger crowd but in this day its to be expected in order to keep the place afloat I imagine.

New management taken over late last year and they seem to be really trying to make a go of the place - a few family fun days (although not really a kid pub I certainly wouldnt take mine in there.

The decor is a little dated - if the area is being re-generated I think it will be time to refurb the pub or see it gone alltogether - but I expect thats down to the locals continuing to support it.

All I can say is the beer is excellent, you will never be made to feel uncomfortable. Give it a try and make your own choice DO NOT listen to rumors and stories of years gone by they are far from accurate.