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Cool and unusual bars in Nottingham

Nottingham's coolest bars are the ones with a story or something to do. These are the Nottingham Cocktail Week partners worth a visit when you want more than a drink.

Cool bars at a glance

BarWhat it isFri and Sat until
31K
Hockley and the Lace Market
Barmidnight
Bustler Market
Hockley and the Lace Market
Street food market11pm
Golf Fang
Hockley and the Lace Market
Crazy golf bar1am
NQ64
Hockley and the Lace Market
Arcade bar2am
Pitcher & Piano
Hockley and the Lace Market
Bar1am
Penny Lane
Hockley and the Lace Market
Arcade bar12:30am
The Hockley Arts Club
Hockley and the Lace Market
Bar and club2am
Roxy Ball Room
Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse
Bowling and games bar12:30am
Roxy Lanes
Hockley and the Lace Market
Bowling and games bar12:30am
Six Richmond House
Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse
Cocktail barNot listed
The Alchemist
Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse
Cocktail bar and restaurant2am
The Lost City Adventure Golf
Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse
Adventure golf11pm
Das Kino
Hockley and the Lace Market
Ping pong bar2am
Brewhouse & Kitchen
West Bridgford and Trent Bridge
BrewpubNot listed
Be At One Nottingham
Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse
Cocktail bar3am

Opening times, bookings and seating from Google Maps, checked 7 November. They change, so check with the venue.

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Walk it in one night

The shortest walking order for 5 of these bars, about 8 minutes on foot in total.

  1. 31K
  2. The Hockley Arts ClubAbout 2 minutes' walk from 31K
  3. Be At One NottinghamAbout 2 minutes' walk from The Hockley Arts Club
  4. Roxy LanesAbout 2 minutes' walk from Be At One Nottingham
  5. Penny LaneAbout 2 minutes' walk from Roxy Lanes
Walking route in Google Maps

Map of cool and unusual bars in Nottingham

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31K

Bar · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

A relaxed bar in a former tool shop on Goose Gate, with meatball bowls and classic cocktails.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureSea View Gin, Bergamot, Citrus, Sea Salt

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed and Thu 4pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat 10am to midnight, Sun 10am to 4pm

31 Goose Gate, Nottingham, NG1 1FE

Bustler Market, Nottingham

Bustler Market

Street food market · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

A street food market at Sneinton Market, with traders, a bar and music.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signaturePassionfruit Margarita Tequila Reposado, Cointreau, Fresh Lime, Passionfruit Puree

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed and Thu 11am to 10pm, Fri and Sat 11am to 11pm, Sun 11am to 6pm

Avenue E, Sneinton Market, Freckingham St, Nottingham, NG1 1DW

Golf Fang, Nottingham

Golf Fang

Crazy golf bar · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

Crazy golf and cocktails on Huntingdon Street.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureFirestarter Fireball, Disaronno, Lemon Juice, Vanilla Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Cranberry Juice

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu 3pm to 10pm, Fri 2pm to midnight, Sat noon to 1am, Sun 1pm to 10pm

157 Huntingdon St, Nottingham, NG1 3NL

NQ64, Nottingham

NQ64

Arcade bar · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

A retro arcade bar on Thurland Street, with classic arcade machines and consoles under neon.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureParty Iced Tea Absolut Vanilla Vodka, Strawberry Shrub, Strawberry Schnapps, Hibiscus Tea

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Fri 4pm to 2am, Sat noon to 2am, Sun 11am to 2am

10 Thurland St, Nottingham, NG1 3DR

Pitcher & Piano, Nottingham

Pitcher & Piano

Bar · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

The Pitcher & Piano on High Pavement, in a converted church in the Lace Market.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signaturePeach & Grapefruit Sangria Giffard Grapefruit Liqueur, Giffard Peach Liqueur, Colverde Pinot Grigio, Lemonade, Grapefruit

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 11am to 11pm, Thu and Fri 11am to midnight, Sat 10am to 1am, Sun 10am to 10pm

Unitarian Church, High Pavement, Nottingham, NG1 1HN

Penny Lane, Nottingham

Penny Lane

Arcade bar · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

A bar on Fletcher Gate with vintage arcade games, pub food and creative cocktails.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureEy Up Me Duck Passionfruit Liqueur, Blue Curacao, Sugar Syrup, Lemon Juice, Passionfruit Juice

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu noon to 11pm, Fri noon to midnight, Sat noon to 12:30am, Sun noon to 11pm

9 Fletcher Gate, Nottingham, NG1 1QQ

The Hockley Arts Club, Nottingham

The Hockley Arts Club

Bar and club · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

A clubby bar in Hockley with quirky rooms, creative lighting, drinks and food.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureSombra Verde Rooster Rojo Blanco, Lime Juice, Apple Juice, Kiwi Syrup, Mint Leaves, Foam Mint Garnish, Sugared Rim

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon and Tue closed, Wed to Fri 6pm to 1am, Sat noon to 2am, Sun closed

25 Warser Gate, Nottingham, NG1 1NU

Roxy Ball Room, Nottingham

Roxy Ball Room

Bowling and games bar · Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse · ££

Bowling, pool and table tennis at the Cornerhouse, with a full bar.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureSweet Child O' Mine Bacardi Raspberry Rum, Blue Curacao, Lime, Monin Bubble Gum Syrup, Cranberry, Vimto

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 3pm to 11pm, Thu 3pm to midnight, Fri and Sat noon to 12:30am, Sun noon to 10pm

The Cornerhouse, Burton St, Nottingham, NG1 4DB

Roxy Lanes, Nottingham

Roxy Lanes

Bowling and games bar · Hockley and the Lace Market · ££

Roxy Lanes on Bottle Lane, with bowling, games and a full bar.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureSweet Child O' Mine Bacardi Raspberry Rum, Blue Curacao, Lime, Monin Bubble Gum Syrup, Cranberry, Vimto

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon 3pm to 11pm, Tue 3pm to 11am, Wed 3pm to 11pm, Thu 3pm to midnight, Fri 3pm to 12:30am, Sat noon to 12:30am, Sun noon to 10pm

12 Bottle Lane, Nottingham, NG1 2HL

Six Richmond House, Nottingham

Six Richmond House

Cocktail bar · Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse · ££

A cocktail bar tucked away in Hurts Yard, with music.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureGreen Tea Cooler East London Vodka, Peach Liqueur, Raspberry and Green Tea Syrup, Lemonade

6 Hurts Yard, Nottingham, NG1 6JD

The Alchemist, Nottingham

The Alchemist

Cocktail bar and restaurant · Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse · ££

A theatrical cocktail bar on King Street, where drinks smoke, fizz and change colour.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureLemon Meringue Sipsmith Lemon Drizzle, Avallen Calvados, Monin Lemon, Apple Juice, Lemon Mix, Caster Sugar, Lemon Zest Roasted

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed noon to midnight, Thu noon to 1am, Fri 11am to 2am, Sat 10am to 2am, Sun 10am to 11pm

The Alchemist, 11 King St, Nottingham, NG1 2AY

The Lost City Adventure Golf

Adventure golf · Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse · ££

Indoor adventure golf at the Cornerhouse.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signaturePeach Ring El Sueño Silver Tequila, Archers, Peach Syrup, Supasawa, Lemonade, Peach Ring Sweet

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Wed 10am to 10pm, Thu to Sat 10am to 11pm, Sun 10am to 9pm

The Cornerhouse, Burton St, Nottingham, NG1 4DB

Das Kino, Nottingham

Das Kino

Ping pong bar · Hockley and the Lace Market · £££

A stylish bar on Fletcher Gate with ping pong tables and drinks.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signaturePink Lady Bacardi Spiced, Strawberry Syrup, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon to Thu closed, Fri 4pm to 2am, Sat noon to 2am, Sun closed

22 Fletchergate, Nottingham, NG1 2FZ

Brewhouse & Kitchen, Nottingham

Brewhouse & Kitchen

Brewpub · West Bridgford and Trent Bridge · ££

A brewpub at Trent Bridge that brews its own beer, by the river.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureEndless Summer Koskenkorva Blueberry Juniper Vodka, Archers Schnapps, Eager Apple Juice, Lemonade, Blueberries

Trent Bridge, Nottingham, NG2 2GS

Be At One Nottingham, Nottingham

Be At One Nottingham

Cocktail bar · Old Market Square and the Cornerhouse · ££

A basement cocktail bar in the Imperial building on Victoria Street.

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatureSalted Caramel Espresso Martini Ketel One Vodka, Cold Brew Coffee, Kahlua, Salted Caramel Syrup

Opening times from Google Maps, checked 7 NovemberMon closed, Tue 6pm to 1am, Wed and Thu 6pm to 2am, Fri 4pm to 3am, Sat 1pm to 3am, Sun closed

20a Victoria Street, Nottingham, NG1 2EX

Cool and unusual bars in Nottingham: your questions

What are the coolest bars in Nottingham?

Start with 31K, Bustler Market, Golf Fang, NQ64, Pitcher & Piano and Penny Lane.

Are they open on Mondays?

Most are. 31K, Bustler Market, The Hockley Arts Club, Das Kino and Be At One Nottingham are closed on Mondays, going by Google Maps.

Can I walk between them?

Yes. 31K, The Hockley Arts Club, Be At One Nottingham, Roxy Lanes and Penny Lane are about 8 minutes' walk end to end, in that order. The walking route is on this page.

When is the next Nottingham Cocktail Week?

The next Nottingham Cocktail Week runs 30 April to 9 May 2027. Signature cocktails start from £6 with a wristband, and every venue serves an alcohol-free option.

What a Cocktail Week night looks like

Ten days of friends, signature cocktails and Nottingham's best bars. Here's a taste from our events.

Friends out at Cocktail Week
Cheers to that
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Round up the crew
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Make a night of it
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Sours made for the week
Friends out at Cocktail Week
One wristband, every bar
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Bring the group
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Up on the roof
Friends out at Cocktail Week
Shaken, strained, served

More Nottingham bar guides

Nottingham Cocktail Week 2027

One wristband, Nottingham's best bars

The next Nottingham Cocktail Week runs 30 April to 9 May 2027. One wristband gets you a signature cocktail from £6 in bars across Nottingham, an alcohol-free version in every venue, and extra wristband deals.

  • A signature cocktail created for the week in every venue taking part, from £6
  • An alcohol-free drink in every venue
  • Extra deals for wristband holders

Bars were checked against each venue and local listings on 7 November 2026. Photos were supplied by the venues for Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025. The cocktails named are the Nottingham Cocktail Week 2025 signatures and may not be on the menu all year. Opening times and menus change, so check with the venue before you go. Price guide: £ good value, ££ mid-range, £££ special occasion.

Nottingham Cocktail Week30 April to 9 May
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