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Due to our unique cave system, which was historically used to store ale, Nottinghamshire was once famed throughout the land for its ale and beer. Today, with award-winning breweries like Navigation Ales, Blue Monkey and Castle Rock maintaining these high standards, Nottinghamshire continues to be an ideal destination for any beer connoisseur.

With both Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem and The Bell Inn each claiming to be England's oldest pub, the largest selection of ‘World Beers’ in the East Midlands at The Canalhouse, and extra special venues like Nottingham’s Victorian music hall The Malt Cross, there are some amazing places to eat, drink and be merry. Hop to it and discover a fine selection of pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes, brimming with an ever-changing selection of real (or cask) ales and innovative craft beers.

Each October one of the biggest and best-loved beer festivals in the country takes place. The Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival presents over 1,000 different real ales and over 200 real ciders from nationwide and local micro-breweries, plus live entertainment. If that’s not enough to whet your whistle, various smaller beer festivals take place throughout the year, including the Newark, Retford and Hucknall beer festivals.

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Not a beer fan? You'll be dazzled by out-of-the-ordinary bars - often with more than meets the eye - which offer delicious cocktails and exotic surrounds.

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Bramleys Brasserie

Bramleys Brasserie

Beeston Lane,

Named after the Nottinghamshire Bramley apple, Bramleys Brasserie is located perfectly on the ground floor of the De Vere Orchard Hotel, hidden away on the University of Nottingham's campus.
Crafty Crow

Crafty Crow

Nottingham

Magpie Brewery's tap house. Come and try something a bit different.
Horse and Plough

Horse and Plough

Bingham

Acquired by the Beer Consortium in 2015, the Horse & Plough is a hugely renowned pub in the heart of Bingham, Nottinghamshire.
Fox and Crown

Fox and Crown

Newark

The Fox and Crown has been a Castle Rock pub for two decades. Situated in Newark where we opened our very first pub – the Old King’s Arms – in the seventies, it holds a special place in our hearts.
Once a traditional real ale pub in the heart...
The Canalhouse

The Canalhouse

Nottingham

A highly unique venue that will have you coming back time and time again...
Opened in 2000 on the lower floors of the former Canal museum, the Canalhouse is famous for having a canal that extends into the building complete with resident narrow...
The Lion at Basford

The Lion at Basford

Nottingham

Located in the shadows of the magnificent Shipstone’s Brewery, The Lion Inn at New Basford in Nottingham has an enviable reputation for cask ales and live music. Its' rustic charm and great ale house ambiance has made it very popular with locals and...
Fox and Hounds

Fox and Hounds

Blidworth

This popular family owned establishment is an up to date version of the traditional English country pub. Well known for its home-cooked British food, real ales and excellent wine there’s always a warm welcome inside and sunny days draw visitors to...
Curious Manor

Curious Manor

Nottingham

Welcome to the world of the Curious...
"We are inventors, explorers, creators and pioneers, those that question the norm, fresh ideas with fresher ingredients..."
Three decadent bars and six rooms fill a very Curious curved building with a...
Café Sobar

Café Sobar

Nottingham

Sobar is the East Midlands’ first alcohol-free cafe bar and venue.
Willowbrook

Willowbrook

Nottingham

The Willowbrook is one of Castle Rock’s youngest pubs, acquired in 2013, and holds a fine reputation in the heart of the Gedling community. The spacious and contemporary pub welcomes you into the main bar, with a line of ten real ales, an excellent...
The Newshouse

The Newshouse

Nottingham

FRIENDLY, FAMILY RUN PUB ON THE OUTKIRTS OF THE CITY CENTRE
Although built in the 1950s, the Newshouse occupies a site which was first licensed a century earlier. It was operated latterly by Home Ales and then Mansfield Brewery before being...
Bar Esquina

Bar Esquina

Nottingham

Alea’s exciting late-night Bar Esquina brings a little corner of Spain to the heart of Nottingham.
Here you can savour the quintessential Spanish flavours of fragrant fizz and mellow Madrid Mahou, all night, every night between Tuesday and...
Merchants Restaurant & Saint Bar

Merchants Restaurant & Saint Bar

Nottingham

Merchants Restaurant & Saint Bar have been refurbished and updated with opulent design features and impressive food and drink offerings.
Perfect for pre-dinner drinks or after work cocktails Saint Bar is the finest choice for comfort,...
Bunkers Hill

Bunkers Hill

Nottingham

Located close to Nottingham's landmark Capital FM Arena, Bunkers Hill serves a range of real ales and food all day.
Curious Tavern

Curious Tavern

Nottingham

Part of an establishment steeped in history The Curious Tavern is situated in Nottingham's oldest hotel, constructed in 1822, and formerly known as "The George".
The Trent Navigation

The Trent Navigation

Nottingham

The historic Trent Navigation is a traditional English pub with all the best modern bits added for comfort and serves 14 cask ales and ciders as part of the Locale scheme run by CAMRA.
The pub is the “brewery tap” for Navigation Brewery which...
Perkins Bar Bistro

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Perkins Bar Bistro

Nottingham

Perkins serves outstanding food across the week, and across six amazing menus. Their Main Menu is full of modern bar & bistro favourites (and a drinks list that’s a perfect match), there’s a wonderful value Prix Fixe, a Saturday Morning Breakfast...

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The Organ Grinder - Newark

The Organ Grinder - Newark

Newark

The Organ Grinder is Blue Monkey's pub at Newark
Cask Ales: There are seven cask ales on the bar. Most are from Blue Monkey, but there is also the occasional guest beer.
A piano also has pride of place in the pub, and many of the...
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar and Grill

Nottingham

The MPW Steakhouse Bar & Grill offers a fabulous ultra-modern dining experience.
Locally-sourced quality produce, an outstanding champagne and wine menu, and a great atmosphere make this the perfect venue for any occasion with friends, family,...
Forest Lodge Pub

Forest Lodge Pub

Mansfield

Situated in the heart of Sherwood Forest, home of the legendary Robin Hood, The Forest Lodge is an 18th century coaching inn owned and run by the Thompson family.
Over the years, it has become a multi-award winning establishment : awarded ”...