And we reckon Sunderland has had its fair share of locals which have had most, if not all of these.
The new study from Star Pubs reveals what modern Brits deem to be the ideal venue and the results are filled with good old fashioned attractions.
Let’s have a look at some of the results - along with a link to Sunderland pubs we’ve loved over the years.
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5. Tap 'n' Spile in 1994
Putting the finishing touches to the biggest pub beer festival in Britain was Tap 'n' Spile manager Dave Irving in 1994. A range of quality beers got the thumbs-up from 38 percent of those interviewed. | se Photo: Sunderland Echo
6. A musical highlight from the Dun Cow
Sunderland band George Shovlin and the Radars were inside the Dun Cow when we caught up with them in 2014. Pictured l-r are George Shovlin, George Lamb and Stu Burlison. A live weekend pub gig was a winner with 31 percent of people. | se
7. Whitburn Lodge in 2005
This stunning archive view of the Whitburn Lodge takes us back to a lovely day in July 2005. A lovely view of the countryside from the window was a winner in the eyes of 26 percent of the people interviewed. | se
8. At the pool table in Town End Farm Club
Town End Farm Club Workingmen's Club in December 1982. A competitive 27 percent of people surveyed liked to see a pool table in a pub. | se Photo: Sunderland Echo