Travel gurus at the Lonely Planet describe Derby as the "best place to drink real ale in the World" and the folks at CAMRA reckon there is more real ale choice in Derby than anywhere else. Hey, who are we to disagree?
The emphasis though is on the quality of the ale and its impact on your tastebuds, as well as on your pub experience. Derby’s real ale houses come both traditional or modern and attract a mature, independent clientele.
You may also find a micro-brewery out back, live unplugged music and occasional beer festivals.
Micro-brewery Tour and real ale trails
Make the most of your visit by following the Derby Real Ale Trail, 'Be a Brewer for the day' or take a Real Ale Tour around some of the city's micro-breweries.
Experience both the brewing and tasting of real ale in one of the city's largest micro-brewery's.... read more
Eight to Try
The Flowerpot is a landmark Real Ale pub and nationally recognised live music venue, located in the heart of the city's Cathedral Quarter.... read more
Winners of Best Pub at the Derby Food & Drink Awards 2016. The Greyhound is a historic Grade II listed pub dating back to 1734, offering... read more
Derby Food and Drink Awards Winner in 2014 and 2012 and CAMRA Pub of the Year in 2013, the Exeter Arms has been packing them in with its cut... read more
The Tap combines a light, airy atmosphere and high Victorian ceilings with exposed brickwork and original wooden floors and is home to The R... read more
Derby CAMRA City Pub of the Year 2011 & Derby CAMRA Pub of the Year 2011 Overall Winner.... read more
Just a few steps from Derby’s rail station and part of the historic railway conservation area, this former railway men’s retreat... read more
Located in the heart of the historic Cathedral Quarter, the Dolphin Inn is Derby's oldest pub, dating back to 1530.... read more
Welcome to the Old Bell Hotel, located in the historic Cathedral Quarter right in the heart of the city of Derby.... read more
