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Address : 1 Ilkeston Road, Canning Circus, Nottingham, NG7 3GD.

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In the heart of Canning Circus, the Sir John is arguably the big top of pubs. And despite commanding much of the trade around here, its owners haven’t been complacent – consistently upping the offer.

Its sprawling main bar offers up to twelve beers at a time; with a “tap takeover” to the left featuring guest breweries. And out the back you’ll find the Dog and Thief – a pub within the pub – which specialises in craft beers and gins – though these days it only tends to be operational on very busy days or for special events.

And that’s not all – because there’s also a substantial covered terrace to keep out the elements, which then leads to a split level beer garden for when the sun shines. Back indoors you’ll find a cosy snug and “the study” – an area which you can reserve for group dining.

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Music? Occasional live performances and special events are advertised, including beer and drinks festivals.

Food? You’ll find a large selection of pub classics, Sunday lunches, plus pizzas and a light bites menu,

Customers? Wide and varied – the proximity to the Park attracts the well heeled 30-50 somethings while in the summer the garden is a magnet for the after work crowd from the Ropewalk area. It’s also increasingly becoming a favourite for students.

Opinion? There was a time when the very future of the Sir John was under question, with a raft of short lived managers sent by the owners. But Lincoln Green have changed all that, and it’s fair to say the Borlase is rightly enjoying a renaissance which reminds us of the glory days back in 2000.

Getting here : Trent Barton Rainbow One, Twos, Indigo or i4 services, NCT Turquoise or Orange Lines, all to Canning Circus. (Note : there are three stops at Canning Circus – look for the big road junction if you can’t see the pub!)

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© 2023 NottsNight / Beer Garden pic courtesy pub Instagram

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