My current favourites where I now live… which is Ulverston in Cumbria
The Swan many real ales, not expensive, proper fire, can take my dog in. Good music when it's on too.
The Stan Laurel many real ales, good food, proper fire, can take my dog in.
The Mill many real ales (£2 a pint for January), many good whiskys, some magnificent European beers (including Liefmans on draught), good pizza… alas I can't take my dog in and there is no fire.
The Kings Head Jennings pub, ancient place with a medieval well, a fire, and I can take my dog in. More beer choice would be nice though.