At the Courthouse, locals aren’t just customers — they’re the heart of the place. This pub exists because of the people who walk through the doors week after week, bring their friends, celebrate milestones, and treat it as their local in the truest sense of the word.

We love seeing familiar faces at the bar, knowing orders without asking, and watching conversations pick up exactly where they left off last time. Locals shape the atmosphere more than any fit-out or playlist ever could. They’re the reason the pub feels welcoming, relaxed, and lived-in — not staged.

Being a local pub means more than serving food and drinks. It’s about being a place people rely on. Somewhere to catch up after work, meet family for a meal, or drop in for a quiet beer that turns into a long chat. It’s where stories are shared, plans are made, and everyday moments become part of something bigger.

We’re proud to be part of the Smythesdale community and to play a small role in local life. From casual weeknight dinners to busy weekends full of familiar laughter, the pub is at its best when it’s full of locals doing what they’ve always done — enjoying good food, good drinks, and good company.

There’s a trust that comes with being someone’s local, and we don’t take that lightly. It means showing up consistently, keeping standards high, and making sure everyone feels comfortable the moment they walk in. Whether you’re here once a week or once a month, you should feel like this is your place.

What we love most is that locals don’t need a reason to visit. No special occasion required. Just a seat, a meal, a drink, and a familiar space to unwind. That’s what a pub should be — easy, dependable, and welcoming.

So to our regulars, our neighbours, and everyone who chooses the Courthouse as their go-to: thank you. You’re the reason we do what we do, and the reason the pub feels like home.