Exeter Arms, Derby

Fine old pub serving 5/6 real ales. As this is a Marston's house the range has improved since they took over Jennings. Now serve Jennings Dark Mild which is a great beer. Lots of things around the walls like old clocks and a portrait gallery of film stars. Well worth a visit especially if combined with a visit to Derby Brewery Tap at the Royal Standard 50 yards away.

A short walk over the bridge from the City centre this relatively unspoilt pub dates from the early 19th century. The interior has an interesting multi room layout albeit the lighting was far too bright and the atmosphere a bit subdued and sanitized with safe radio feed and not many punters for a Friday night. Until 1970 they used to brew their own beers but sadly no longer although the 6 Ales, including a mild, are enough to justify a visit. Some interesting features inside including some nice built in seating, a fine fireplace and range in the tiled Snug bar and an old signing on clock. An interesting mix of old pictures, maps, modern art and cinema posters although some of the décor is slightly let down by the presence of cheap signs. Worth the effort to visit but you would probably do so in conjunction with some of the other pubs in the locality rather than spend a whole evening here.