--- title: Brilliant beer gardens in Nottingham city centre date: 2025-06-01T00:00:00+01:00 author: "rhys@weareabstrakt.com" canonical_url: "https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/beer-gardens-in-the-city-centre" section: News --- [IIN News](/news/) / [Promoted City](https://www.itsinnottingham.com/news/categories/promoted-city) # Brilliant beer gardens in Nottingham city centre ![Ffc5edb306913449703c6a913eedde48548a8cc8 5472x3648 q75fitclipautoformat](/uploads/generic/_1225x690_crop_center-center_none/ffc5edb306913449703c6a913eedde48548a8cc8-5472x3648-q75fitclipautoformat.jpg) Soak in the summer rays and enjoy a chilled beer outside – here are some of our favourite beer gardens and terraces in Nottingham city centre. **Posted:** Jun 2025 --- ## The Angel Microbrewery Small, but perfectly formed, the beer garden at the Angel is a cosy social space out the back where you’ll end up chatting to people and making new friends. This pub is known for many things, including great music (there’s even a live room upstairs called The Chapel), great food and great beers, some brewed on site, and tables out the front in the summer months. And now, for those in the know, there’s even a hidden rooftop terrace – a secluded spot perfect for catching the sun and escaping the crowd. *7 Stoney St, Nottingham NG1 1LG* [The Angel Microbrewery](https://theangelmicrobrewery.co.uk/) ## Binks Yard Not so much a beer garden as a massive open outdoor space by the Nottingham Canal, where you’ll discover some seriously big events. Nottingham Pride is even taking place there in late July (migrating from its usual base across most of Hockley). Binks also run regular DJ and sports events and have what they claim is the largest outdoor screen in the East Midlands – why not see for yourself? *The Island Quarter, 1 The Great Northern Close NG2 3JL* [Binks Yard](https://binksyard.com/) ## The Canalhouse Boasting one of the largest outdoor areas in the city and right next to the canal too, The Canalhouse is a proper classic Castle Rock pub with more types of beer on offer each day than most of us will get to experience in a lifetime. There are usually boats moored up inside the pub too, really, it’s true! *48-52 Canal St, Nottingham NG1 7EH* [The Canalhouse](https://www.castlerockbrewery.co.uk/pubs/canalhouse/) ## The Dragon This pub is one of Nottingham’s hidden gems which those who know about it visit regularly. The Dragon beer garden out the back catches the end-of-the-day sun beautifully and contains almost as many seats as the interior of the pub itself. They also have the Racing Room, which is almost certainly the biggest Scalextric track you will have the opportunity to play on in real life. *67 Long Row West NG1 6JE* [The Dragon](http://the-dragon.co.uk/) ## Junkyard and The Kilpin Beer Cafe Two pubs that share two beer gardens – it’s a beautiful thing. Out the front, there’s a snazzy hidden courtyard with four or five tables. Out the back, there are another four or five tables in a yard adjoined to both pubs (which, as you may suspect, are under the same ownership). The Kilpin is more of a sports bar and is named after Herbert Kilpin, Nottingham-born founder of AC Milan. Junkyard is a craft beer specialist with more lines than an old-school barcode. *10-12 Bridlesmith Walk, Nottingham NG1 2HB* [Junkyard](https://junkbars.com/) | [The Kilpin](https://thekilpin.co.uk/) ## Rescue Rooms One of the best live music venues in Nottingham, Rescue Rooms boasts an outside courtyard with tables and chairs aplenty. The outside space truly comes alive during some of the festivals and gigs that take place at this venue, but it’s also a decent place to soak up some sun and catch up with friends in the quieter times. Monday to Saturday from 4-8pm is also ‘Happy Hour’ (yes, we know that’s a lot more than an hour) with many pints reduced to £3. *Masonic Place, Goldsmith Street NG1 5LB* [Rescue Rooms](https://www.rescuerooms.com/) ## The Sir John Borlase Warren For many years, people have described this place as having the finest 'secret' beer garden in Nottingham. It’s an outside rooftop terrace that can’t help but attract the sun. Local brewery Lincoln Green took over the site in 2015 and has breathed new life into the pub with an impressive range of cask ales, craft beers, gins and whiskies. *1 Ilkeston Rd, Nottingham NG7 3GD* [The Sir John Borlase Warren](https://www.lincolngreenbrewing.co.uk/the-sir-john-borlase-warren) ## Six Barrel Drafthouse (Victoria) A busy pub sitting in the shadow of Nottingham’s Victoria Centre and sister to the bar with the same name in Hockley. Their ample roof terrace is accessed via the spiral staircase, and the graffiti on the side was a bespoke design by Beavertown Brewery's Creative Director Nick Dwyer. *14 Mansfield Road NG1 3GX* [Six Barrels Victoria](https://sixbarreldrafthouse.co.uk/victoria/) ## Pitcher & Piano Nestled in the heart of the Lace Market inside a stunning Grade II-listed church, Pitcher & Piano offers one of the most unique spots to enjoy a drink in Nottingham. While many visit for the striking interior, the hidden terrace at the side of the venue is a real gem during the warmer months. *High Pavement, NG1 1HN* [Pitcher & Piano](https://www.pitcherandpianonottingham.co.uk/) ## The Tap House Nottingham’s very first self-serve beer house offers an incredible selection of brews — from APAs and IPAs to golden ales, black IPAs, DIPAs, lagers, porters, sours, and plenty more. Pour yourself a pint (or just a half) and enjoy a freshly made pizza slice while you’re at it — the perfect pairing for any beer lover. *10 Byard Ln, NG1 2GJ* [The Tap House](https://thetaphousenotts.co.uk/) ## Fothergills Set against the stunning backdrop of Nottingham Castle and the iconic Robin Hood statue, Fothergill’s is a go-to spot for relaxed outdoor drinks in the heart of the city. The beautiful terrace is perfect for soaking up the sun with a pint in hand, and its seamless flow between indoor and outdoor seating makes it a year-round favourite. Expect a rotating selection of real ales, crowd-pleasing cocktails, and a tasty bistro-style menu — all served with a side of historic charm. 5–7 Castle Road, NG1 6AA[ Fothergills](https://www.fothergillsnottingham.com/) ## **Download our app to find more amazing beer gardens in Nottingham city centre** We’ve created the [It’s in Nottingham app](https://qrco.de/be9W9S), which is loaded with the latest shops, restaurants, bars, venues, and events across the city centre - plus Google maps to help you get around easily. Whether you're a music fan, a foodie, looking for a great night out or things to do: our app will point you in the right direction and help you enjoy your time in our city. 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