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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. For great ale and classic pub grub, The Cross Keys in the historic Lace Market is a must. 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. For delectable drinks in an uber-stylish setting, be sure to check out Copper, in the heart of the city centre, or their lovely West Bridgford bar.

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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 and restaurant owned and run by the Thompson family.
The Bell Inn

The Bell Inn

Nottingham

The Bell Inn is a fantastic pub situated in the heart of Nottingham, with great staff, great pub food, and real ales.
Embankment

Embankment

Nottingham

The Embankment was designed by Albert Nelson Bromley, the architect behind some of the most distinctive Boots pharmacy buildings, and opened in 1907 as ‘Boots Store 2.
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…
Yarn

Yarn

Nottingham

Yarn is a brand-new craft beer, tapas and pizza bar in the heart of the city of Nottingham, part of the Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall.
Stratford Haven

Stratford Haven

Nottingham

The Stratford Haven has been part of the Castle Rock Estate since 1999. Previously a pet shop, the site has been renovated to create the pub you see today. We still welcome dogs provided they are accompanied by a responsible adult!
Bread and Bitter

Bread and Bitter

Nottingham

The Bread & Bitter was officially opened by Barrie Judge on December 5th 2007. Back in 1991, Mr Judge shut his bakery on the same site. Now fully restored sixteen years later as a pub, his bakery ovens remain built into the wall in the central area…
The Southbank Bar & 1998 Club

The Southbank Bar & 1998 Club

Nottingham

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Vat and Fiddle

Vat and Fiddle

Nottingham

The Vat and Fiddle, Castle Rock’s brewery tap, is a fine example of the Great British pub. Located a short stroll from Nottingham railway station, ‘the Vat’ is a 1930’s art deco-style building beneath the iconic blue tower of Castle Rock.
Barley Twist

Barley Twist

Nottingham

The Barley Twist is a two-floor new craft beer and wine cellar, housed in a former sweetshop on Nottingham’s Carrington Street.
The Roebuck Inn

The Roebuck Inn

Nottingham

This Wetherspoon pub has an array of real ales and ciders, along with wine and spirits. The pub also offers a range of meals and snacks, with a range of offers available throughout the week. The pub is suitable for groups and bookings can be taken.…
The Newshouse

The Newshouse

Nottingham

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 acquired by Castle Rock in 2002.
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.
Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem

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Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem

Nottingham

Situated at the foot of Nottingham Castle and nestled in the sandstone cliff rock, Ye Olde Trip To Jerusalem is England's oldest inn and a landmark of Nottingham history.

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Canalhouse

Canalhouse

Nottingham

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 boats.
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…
Poppy and Pint

Poppy and Pint

Nottingham

Nestled between the Lady Bay tennis club and Bowling Green the Poppy, a former British Legion, has become a firm favourite amongst the Lady Bay community and visitors alike, with its warm welcoming atmosphere, fantastic food and friendly staff.
The Cross Keys

The Cross Keys

Nottingham

Steeped in hundreds of years of history and renovated to the highest standards The Cross Keys one of Nottingham's finest gems. This late Victorian pub serves a modern British based menu washed down with a high quality range of real ales, ciders and…
The Organ Grinder - Newark

The Organ Grinder - Newark

Newark

The Organ Grinder is Blue Monkey's pub at Newark.
Kean's Head

Kean's Head

Nottingham

Situated opposite the imposing St Mary’s church, in the historic and now, culturally vibrant Lace Market area of Nottingham is the small, but perfectly formed, Kean’s Head.