The Durham Ox, Ilkeston

The Durham Ox is hidden away in the back streets off bath street. This is a nice looking pub that was a rarity in these parts as it was a Wards tied house,once inside this pub was very nice with a smart bar and a lounge which we never went in,there were two real ales on here we usually had a drink of Wards bitter which was a very nice drink the other beer was Wards mild. You could always tell when you were getting close to this pub as there was a horrible smell this was because there used to be a slaughterhouse just along the street from the pub. I have been in this pub too many times to mention and it was usually a starting point for a drink round Ilkeston when i first went out with my wife to be. This pub is still open and the new releif road runs at the back of the pub. I am not sure what beers are now on here. Pub first visited 1980 Photo taken 23/6/1988

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT this is a pub worth visiting, Friday nights, there is a karaoke/ disco and play your cards right with a chance to win a cash prize. Sunday night is quiz night. Tuesday night is free pool. Forthcoming events coming soon:- Mr & Mrs competition Hypnotist Killer Pool competition