The Smithfield, Derby

Opposite a local bus garage, it’s a curved building obviously once the end of a now demolished terrace. Located in a bit of an industrial looking waste land, the only nearby non-industrial things is a group of little niche shops/cafe units and a large function venue which was hosting a south Asian wedding as I wandered past from the Alexandra. The pub is a two bar affair with the rear room just being for sitting, there’s a covered patio drinking/smoking area at the back next to the river. The counter is in the front room with 10 pulls mostly local beers in good condition but with the modern incarnation of draught Bass as well. There’s also some Bass ephemera about the place; mirrors, lamp and clock; other decor is a lot of Camra awards, other brewery mirrors, old signs and framed adverts. The furniture is a right old mixture but all traditional. An excellent traditional pub. Cobs and pies available.