We dug into Google reviews to find the highest-rated spots across Hucknall and Bulwell where the beer is cold, the welcome is warm, and if you’re lucky enough, the log fire is roaring.
From the The Hideout in Hucknall, a finalist in the CAMRA Real Ale Pub of the Year Nottingham, to Bulwell’s The Royal Oak, an old-school local boozer with plenty of traditional charm, these are the ultimate winter pubs to escape the chill.
5. The Bulls Well
7-15 Main St, Bulwell NG6 8QH: This friendly gem is Bulwell’s premier micropub. It specializes in offering a completely relaxed, community-focused atmosphere where you are always guaranteed a warm welcome. During the colder months, they often serve comforting winter treats like mulled cider alongside an excellent selection of real spirits and beers. Customers gave it 4.7 stars out of 188 reviews. Photo: Google
6. The Royal Oak
56 Main St, Bulwell NG6 8EW: If you are looking for an old-school local boozer with plenty of traditional charm, this Greene King venue fits the bill. It is highly regarded by locals for its unpretentious, friendly service and stands out as a great spot to warm up over a hearty Sunday roast after a chilly winter walk. It was given 4.1 stars out of 316 reviews Photo: Google
7. The Countryman
Park Ln, Kirkby in Ashfield NG17 9LE: A warm, stylish, and inviting country pub setting without feeling cluttered or overcrowded. Reviewers consistently rave about the radiant log fire that makes the bar side incredibly snug and warm during winter days. It was given 4.6 stars out of 1.6K reviews Photo: Google
8. The Scruffy Dog
94 Station Rd, Sutton-in-Ashfield NG17 5HF: This award-winning, fiercely independent freehouse is a winter dream. It features a real open fire to warm up by on colder days, an on-site microbrewery visible through a bar window, and a fresh, made-to-order pizzeria. Customers rated it 4.8 stars out of 245 reviews Photo: Google