Traditional Nottingham Pub Food Tour

A 3-hour guided pub crawl focusing on historic Nottingham pubs and traditional pub food including local pork pies and cask ales. The tour starts at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, England's oldest pub, and visits three additional historic venues. You'll learn about Nottingham's pub heritage, sample locally-sourced food at each stop, and taste a variety of cask beers from local breweries. The guide provides context about each pub's history and its significance to the city. Participants must be 18 or over due to alcohol tasting. Best for those wanting authentic local pub culture. This is a easy activity lasting 3 hours. Group size: max 16. You meet at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem. Key highlights: Tour starts at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, England's oldest pub, Three historic pubs with 18th and 19th century architecture, Local cask ales from Nottingham breweries.

Price: £32

Duration: 3 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: max 16

Minimum age: 18+

Best for: those wanting authentic local pub culture

Best time: Afternoon tours Tuesday-Sunday; best during autumn and winter when traditional cask ale season peaks; avoid summer when fewer real ales are on tap

Meeting point: Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

2:00pm Meet at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem entrance - Guide provides brief history of England's oldest pub (opened 1189) and its connection to Nottingham's medieval past.

2:15pm First pub: historic interior tour and tasting - Sample a local cask ale and traditional pub food such as a Nottingham pork pie or locally-made sausage.

2:50pm Walk to second historic pub - Navigate through city centre streets; guide points out historical landmarks and explains 19th-century pub culture.

3:10pm Second pub: food and ale tasting - Taste a different local cask ale and second traditional dish, often featuring local meat or cheese.

3:45pm Third pub: final tasting and stories - Sample a third cask ale and final food item; guide shares anecdotes about Nottingham's pub-going traditions.

4:50pm Tour concludes with recommendations - Guide suggests additional pubs for independent evening exploration and answers final questions.

The whole experience takes 3 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem.

• Tour starts at Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, England's oldest pub
• Three historic pubs with 18th and 19th century architecture
• Local cask ales from Nottingham breweries
• Nottingham pork pies and traditional pub food
• Stories about medieval and Victorian pub culture
• Accessibility: Mostly flat walking on city streets; historic pubs have varying interior layouts with some steps; guide can accommodate slower pace; narrow doorways in some venues

What is included: Guided 3-hour pub tour, Three cask ale tastings, Three food tastings at each pub, Historical commentary about each venue and Nottingham's pub heritage.

Not included: Additional alcoholic drinks beyond three cask ales, Full meals beyond small tasting portions, Transport between venues, Entrance fees to museums or attractions. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Valid ID (must be 18+), Cash for additional drinks or food, Comfortable walking shoes, Water bottle. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: Afternoon tours Tuesday-Sunday; best during autumn and winter when traditional cask ale season peaks; avoid summer when fewer real ales are on tap.

Tip: Must be 18+ for alcohol

Tip: Hearty portions provided

Accessibility: Mostly flat walking on city streets; historic pubs have varying interior layouts with some steps; guide can accommodate slower pace; narrow doorways in some venues.

Operator: Pub Heritage Tours

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Nottingham Castle (8 min walk)
• The Caves of Nottingham (7 min walk)
• Galleries of Justice Museum (10 min walk)

This activity is run by Pub Heritage Tours.

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 48 hours before; 50% refund 24-48 hours before; non-refundable within 24 hours.

Accessibility: Mostly flat walking on city streets; historic pubs have varying interior layouts with some steps; guide can accommodate slower pace; narrow doorways in some venues.

Best time to go: Afternoon tours Tuesday-Sunday; best during autumn and winter when traditional cask ale season peaks; avoid summer when fewer real ales are on tap.

What is the age requirement for this pub food tour?

Participants must be 18 years or older to join this tour due to alcohol tasting. Valid ID must be carried and will be checked at the first pub. Under-18s are not permitted even if accompanied by adults.

Are non-drinkers welcome on this tour?

Yes, non-drinkers can participate and join the food tastings. You can politely decline the cask ale samples at each pub; guides are accommodating of those who prefer to skip alcohol tastings.

What are Nottingham pork pies like?

Nottingham pork pies are baked pastry parcels filled with seasoned minced pork and a meat jelly. They're a traditional local speciality dating back centuries, distinct from other British pork pies due to their spicing and preparation method. You'll taste examples from a traditional producer.