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Pubs and Real Ale Trails

Visit Nottinghamshire and you will discover a vibrant pub scene which showcases the many artisan and speciality beers being produced in the region today. The compact city, which boasts creative, historical and water-side areas, is the ideal place to meander from pub to pub. Dotted around the county are picturesque market towns which are home to a wealth of watering holes, from The Organ Grinder in Newark, to Mansfield's Forest Lodge Pub.

We're lucky that many of Nottingham's pubs are housed in stunning buildings with a rich heritage. Working in conjunction with RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) and Castle Rock Brewery we have produced a walking trail which provides a snap shot of our architecturally significant buildings. Follow the route and you will uncover a Victorian music hall at The Malt Cross, caves at Hand and Heart, a pub with a boat inside and one of the oldest pubs in England! Call into our Tourism Centre on Smithy Row and pick up a FREE paper copy or download the PDF version.

If you're a fan of real ale then download the Real Ale Trail which takes you to some of the city's best-loved pubs including Cross Keys and Roebuck Inn. Alternatively, check out the CAMRA Nottingham City Pub and Beer Guide, which highlights where you can receive discount if you are a CAMRA member. Call into Nottingham Tourism Centre and pick up a free copy of the or read it online by clicking here.

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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...
Copper Cafe Bar, City Centre

Copper Cafe Bar, City Centre

Nottingham

Copper is Nottingham’s newest and most stylish venue for everything from breakfast to a night out with friends. Doors open early for their comprehensive breakfast menu as well as teas, freshly ground coffee and juices. The entire breakfast menu is...
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.
On...
Forest Tavern / The Maze

Forest Tavern / The Maze

Nottingham

EUROPEAN STYLE BAR AND NOTTINGHAM'S BEST INDEPENDENT MUSIC VENUE
THE FOREST TAVERN
The entrance to The Maze is found on the infamous Mansfield Road through the Forest Tavern pub, a friendly, traditionally British public house integrated with a...
Copper Cafe Bar, Mapperley

Copper Cafe Bar, Mapperley

Nottingham

The Copper Cafe is newly opened in Mapperley Nottingham set amidst the bustling shopping community making it the perfect pitstop for weary shoppers and coffee and cake lovers alike! Copper Cafe is the sister venue of the much loved Copper in West...
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 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...
Pitcher and Piano

Pitcher and Piano

Nottingham

Newly refurbished and housed inside a striking Grade II-listed church...Pitcher & Piano has reopened in the heart of the Lace Market.
Kean's Head

Kean's Head

Nottingham

INVITING SINGLE ROOM PUB WITH A DYNAMIC FOOD AND DRINK OFFERING
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. Taking...
Doctor's Orders

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Doctor's Orders

Nottingham

A Magpie Brewery tap, the Doctor’s Orders is Nottingham’s first micropub – a cosy one room free house that specialises in serving top quality cask conditioned real ale and cider, but that’s not all you will find here, they have a selection of...

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The Southbank Bar

The Southbank Bar

Nottingham

The Southbank Bar is famous the world over for its warm hospitality, comprehensive live sports coverage and fantastic programme of live music events.
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.
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. This...
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.
The Hockley Arts Club

The Hockley Arts Club

Nottingham

Hidden behind the bustling backstreets of independent Hockley lies an impossibly beautiful building that houses The Hockley Arts Club - A creative space for social eating & drinking.
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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Revolución de Cuba

Revolución de Cuba

Nottingham

Bringing the soul of Cuba to the heart of Nottingham!
Hand and Heart

Hand and Heart

Nottingham

The definition of ‘Nottingham the City of Caves’ the Hand & Heart is a traditional English Pub with a dining area at the back set in a sandstone cave. This beautiful and interesting setting is contrasted with a light Garden Room conservatory...
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,...
Saltbox

Saltbox

Nottingham

Just this once...think inside the Box!
Indulge the senses and relax in our beautiful bar right in the heart of Nottingham. By day, we serve delicious food and afternoon coffees, by night, our bar and kitchen menus are perfect for pre-event...