Daytime Drinking in Nottingham
The Lace Market, Hockley, the rooftops overlooking the castle — Nottingham packs more afternoon drinking character into its city centre than places twice its size. It's a city that takes its nights out seriously, which means the daytime is pretty serious too.
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HUDDL
FeaturedCity Centre, Nottingham
Sports bar bottomless where live matches meet unlimited drinks—picture settling in for the big game with two hours of free-flowing prosecco, cocktails, and pints. The pub atmosphere keeps things relaxed rather than bougie, while massive screens mean your afternoon session has built-in entertainment. Student bottomless runs Sunday-Friday for just £27 with a MiXR card, making it dangerously affordable for midweek sessions. Full English, veggie options, and proper pub classics soak up the booze. Perfect for groups who want their brunch served with a side of Premier League action. Day drinking with sporting legitimacy.
The Blind Rabbit
FeaturedCity Centre, Nottingham
New York-inspired sports bar with possibly Nottingham's most generous happy hour: 2-for-1 cocktails from midday to 7pm, then AGAIN from 9pm to close. That's right—afternoon drinking gets rewarded twice. The extended timing means your lunchtime pint can seamlessly transition into an all-day session without ever paying full price. Classic cocktails flow freely: sex on the beach, mojitos, espresso martinis, all doubled up for the price of one. Sports screens throughout mean there's always something to watch while you work through the menu. The casual atmosphere welcomes everyone from solo afternoon drinkers to groups settling in for marathon sessions. Perfect for when you need economic justification for day drinking—with deals this good, you'd be losing money by NOT drinking.
Nottingham's daytime drinking scene punches well above its weight. The Lace Market is the obvious starting point — independent bars and cocktail spots tucked into Georgian lace warehouses that make afternoon sessions feel genuinely special. Head to Hockley for a more creative, independent crowd and some of the city's best craft beer. The Sneinton Market area has emerged as a brilliant spot for outdoor drinking when the weather plays ball. And if you want rooftop views over the castle and city skyline, there are options for that too. Whether you're after a lazy bottomless brunch, a sharp happy hour deal, or just a proper pint in a great setting, Nottingham consistently delivers.