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The Nottingham Arms, Tewkesbury
Tewkesbury
GL20 5JU
Pub Type
Punch TavernsReviews (Current Rating Average: 7½ of 10) see review guidelines
Just a quick pint, then I'm off left this review about The Nottingham Arms
Quality pub in one of many historic buildings in the town's historic centre, and very busy on a Thursday evening with an obviously popular quiz night. Both the bar at the front and the dining room at the back were essentially full, but I did just find the one free chair. Very traditional throughout. Wainwright Golden, Prescott's 'Cotswold Craft' Porter (£4.50), Sea Fury from Sharp's and Old Peculier available from the four handpumps.
On 21st January 2024
- rating: 7
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E TA left this review about The Nottingham Arms
A really nice traditional high street boozer dating from the 14th Century. There are two bars which have been partially conjoined, leaving the large structural chimney breast between the two, with openings both sides to heat the whole pub. The front bar is a public bar, wooden floor, and is adorned with various interesting historical bits and pieces. The rear bar is a dining room and saloon, carpeted, and has an additional side entrance. Both bars have TV screens. There are some chairs at the front used by smokers, and sadly the smoke drifts into the front bar. Dogs are welcome in both bars, and dog biscuits are available. There were several young female staff around, most of whom didn’t have a clue, though one of the was quite competent and seemed to be running the place. Food was standard mass-produced pub grub, sold at reasonable prices, plus there were filled rolls available which were a nice touch. Despite the dull muzak, the atmosphere was pleasant and it was actually quite a relaxing place to pass time and enjoy a few beers. Ales on were Tribute, Doombar and two from Wye Valley, Butty Bach and HPA. The ales were in excellent condition and about average price for the area. I’d be very happy to come back, and it’s a good candidate for a crawl.
On 9th August 2021
- rating: 7
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Brainy Pool left this review about The Nottingham Arms
lovely old characterful pub split into a lively atmospheric bar and a dining area. today it was uncomfortably packed and the only free seats were in the dining area and some chairs in the corridor. it's a shame so much of it has become a restaurant but I must say the rowdy atmosphere and banter in the bar really was evocative of years gone by. real ales were Doom Bar, St Austell Tribute, Butty Bach and Hereford Pale.
On 27th October 2018
- rating: 8
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Ian Mapp left this review about The Nottingham Arms
Third pub in Tewkesbury and at last a decent pint... Wye Valley Butty Bach.
Low ceilings, olde worlde, goes back a long way - so tardis like interior.
Busy with a broad cross section of age groups.
Decent.
Visit blogged at http://bit.ly/2CBmDFM
On 22nd October 2018
- rating: 7
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Graham Coombs left this review about Nottingham Arms
Good town pub with reasonable selection of beers - Don't be put off by drinkers at the front as there is a nicer area behind.
On 22nd November 2014
- rating: 8
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General Staal left this review about Nottingham Arms
Externally, the pub has an upper storey in timber and white render in Tudor style, the lower storey is a traditional pub frontage. The pub has age to it, but I don't think it is Tudor. It may actually be much older.
Once inside, the pub extends back and is deceptively larger than the frontage suggests. A fireplace with a double front separates a traditional bar area from a more 'comfortable' lounge area at the rear. It is is decorated with local ephemera and has a 'Battle of Tewkesbury 1471' theme.
The barmaid was friendly and helpful and it was easy to fall into conversation with the other customers.
Apart from the usual beers were four real ales - Sharpe's Doom Bar, Wickwar Old Bob, Moorhouse's Black Cat and St Austell Tribute. I have had the Old Bob in here on a previous visit and it was very nice. This time I sank two pints of Black Cat as I favour dark beers. It was delicious, smooth and creamy.
I have eaten here in the past and enjoyed the food, but we arrived here today after food service had stopped.
All in all, I enjoyed my time here as I have done on my previous visits. The Nottingham is a must do on any visit to Tewkesbury.
On 17th August 2010
- rating: 9
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