The Sportsman (57 Mottram Road, Hyde, Greater Manchester) (0161) 368 5000. A genuine free house with ever changing real ales and traditional cider. Regular beers include Hartington Bitter, Plassey Bitter, Taylors Landlord and Magic Mushroom Mild and ever-changing guest beers. Bottled Belgian Fruit Beers. Special vegetarian wholefood menu now available. Easy public transport connections. No accommodation here. Open 12-11pm; 12-10.30pm.