A CLAYTON WEST man needed three metal plates in his jaw after being assaulted in a pub.

The 35-year-old Clayton West man was in the Shoulder of Mutton on Dunford Road in Holmfirth last Friday night.

He was punched twice in the face by an unknown attacker in an unprovoked assault between 11pm and 11.30pm.

The pub was busy because of a beer festival and the victim did not see the attacker.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

The victim was wearing a tight black top, black jacket, dark blue jeans and black shoes. He is 5ft 10ins tall with light, shaven hair.

Call Det Con MarieWhitehouse on 0845 6060606.