But many of the town's best-known pubs are sadly no longer with us. So we thought we'd take you down memory lane. How many of these do you remember? Are there any we've missed that were a favourite of yours?
9. The Cricketers
This favourite with cricket spectators on North Marine Road closed in 2008. | jpimedia
10. The Plough
The Plough, then Privilege, is now the site of Waterhouse on St Thomas Street. | jpimedia
11. The Lancaster
The Lancaster Inn was at 45-46 Sandside and closed in 2013. The building is now Mutiny Bar and Kitchen. | jpimedia
12. The Criterion
The Criterion on the corner of Castle Road and North Street is now The Castle Tavern. | jpimedia
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