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Needle & Pin, Loughborough
Loughborough
LE11 5BE
Served areas
The Needle & Pin
RT @classicminipup: Ok folks you know I like my imps , I’ve got to be honest this little number from @northridingbrew and @theneedleandpin…
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Reviews of Needle & Pin (Average Rating: 8 of 10) see review guidelines
Quinno _ left this review about Needle & Pin
Trundles along quite happily. A shame that it doesn’t open until late as that means I can never do more than a swift one in here on a weekday. The Myld Stallyns by Lost Pier Brewing was super (NBSS 4) and I think this is Loughborough’s best pub, despite the Organ’s fanboys. 8.5
November 2022
Barely looks like a pub from the outside, more like a chippy. Inside is a tidy micro done to a high standard; quarry tile flooring, mauve walls and a bit of exposed brick with some cushioned bench seating. Three cask, my North Riding was poured through by the diligent and friendly barmaid and it was a great drop (NBSS 4). There was also a good selection of cider and overseas bottles. I was the only punter 20 mins after opening at 5pm which was a little concerning. However I really liked this one and it’s the only place in town I’d make an effort to get off the train for next time. Rated 8
On 19th June 2025
- rating: 9
[User has posted 5657 recommendations about 5638 pubs]
Thuck Phat left this review about Needle & Pin
I can only echo the positive comments below and completely agree with Mr. Fs view on the Thornbridge/Burning Sky West Coast IPA. Just exceptional.
There are very places that would keep me from a nearby Organ Grinder but this is one of them and Loughborough is lucky to have them both.
On 3rd June 2025
- rating: 9
[User has posted 688 recommendations about 687 pubs]
Bucking Fastard left this review about Needle & Pin
Situated in a small shop unit,this is an excellent micro.There is a high bench along the left wall with modern tables and kegs to rest your feet.The small bar is at the rear left while there are more seats upstairs,some of which can be reserved.The welcome was friendly and knowlegeable on the beer options.On my trip the four ales were Pentrich Vivid Waves,Hadrian Farne Island,Buxton Monsal MILD and a Thornbridge x Burning Sky West Coast IPA in NBSS 5 condition and a brew using the Burton Union system that Thornbridge saved from Marston's.This was one of my pints of the year so I complemeted the barman on showcasing such an excellent ale ,he knows his stuff.Ale served in N&P branded glasses.
On keg there was Verdant PuTTTy and Braybrooke Keller and the fridges held a wide choice of cans and bottles.An absolute must visit when in Loughborough ,please do not miss out.
On 30th May 2025
- rating: 9
[User has posted 2997 recommendations about 2997 pubs]
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- Accommodation : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Bar Billiards : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Beer Festivals : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Beer Garden : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- CAMRA Discount : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Car Park : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Child Friendly : Yes - until 7 pm - last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Darts : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Function Room : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Hot Food : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Jukebox : No - Record Player Upstairs - last updated 04 December 2016 by Aqualung .
- Karaoke : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Live Music : Yes - Occasional - last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Live TV Sports : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Micropub : Yes last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Pinball : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Pool Table : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Quiz Night : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Real Ale : Yes last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Real Cider : Yes last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- Wheelchair Access : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
- WiFi : No last updated 19 November 2022 by Quinno _
