44 Mosley St, New Basford, Nottingham NG7 7FQ

About This Pub

Ah, The Lion at Basford, what a cracking little spot it is! I've got to say, it's one of those pubs that just feels like home from the moment you walk in, with its rustic charm and that famous well adding a touch of intrigue. The beers are where it really shines; you're spoilt for choice with all those cask and craft options, and it's no surprise it's racked up such high praise in the Good Beer Guide. Pair that with live music on the weekends and quizzes to get everyone involved, and you've got a proper lively atmosphere that's just infectious. The food doesn't disappoint either – those burgers and tapas are spot on, especially on a Sunday with the roasts. It's dead dog-friendly too, which is brilliant if you're out with your furry mate. On the flip side, it does get packed, particularly in the warmer weather, so you might end up jostling for space. And watch out for those opening times; they vary a bit, so it's worth checking ahead if you're hoping for a late session. All in all, it's a solid choice for a night out – honest, welcoming, and with that community feel that makes you want to stick around for another pint.

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • The beer selection is absolutely brilliant – up to 10 cask lines, craft beers, and a great range of ciders, plus it's been in CAMRA's Good Beer Guide for years, so you know it's top-notch.
  • Live music every Friday and Saturday night, along with weekly quizzes, makes it a lively spot for a fun night out with friends.
  • The food is spot on, with tasty tapas, burgers, and Sunday roasts that hit the spot, served up fresh and quickly.
  • It's super dog-friendly and has won awards for it, plus that unique well feature adds a bit of character and history to the place.
  • The beer garden is lovely, with covered and heated areas, perfect for enjoying a pint outside whether it's sunny or a bit drizzly.
Cons
  • It can get quite busy, especially in the summer months, so you might have to queue for a table or struggle to find a quiet corner.
  • The opening hours seem a tad inconsistent from the schedule, with some early closes listed, which could catch you out if you're planning a late one.

Contact Information

44 Mosley St, New Basford, Nottingham NG7 7FQ
+441159703506
Pub
Opens at 12:00

Opening Hours

Monday12:00 - 23:00
Tuesday12:00 - 23:00
Wednesday12:00 - 23:00
Thursday12:00 - 23:00
Friday (Today)12:00 - 00:00
Saturday12:00 - 00:00
Sunday12:00 - 22:00

Location

Recent Reviews

Fantastic local pub with great atmosphere, friendly staff, nice clientele. First Sunday of every month there is a jazz act from 1:30-3:30pm and every Friday and Saturday from 9pm there is live music - featuring some fantastic cover bands. There is also a pub quiz, food and craft beers and ciders available! Highly recommend, especially the music events.
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Luke
We love the Lion, the beer is impeccably kept and there are lots of real ales. The food is good and very popular. There are regular quizzes and live music at the weekends. The pub attracts a diverse customer base, a real social mix of ages and background and I think this adds to the relaxed and friendly atmosphere. It's also very much a dog pub, there are dog beds available and dog snacks too. I thoroughly recommend a visit to The Lion.
MB
Michelle Batchelor
It's a lovely pub, has lots of board games, is quite spacious, the toilets are very clean (you have no idea how many pubs are excellent until you go to the toilets)., there is often live music ,Great selection of beers and the food is delicious and comes quite quickly. Had a burger and it was one of the best I've ever had.
CE
Claire Embo
Splendid choice of real ale and cider. Other drinks are available. Food freshly cooked. The Lion also supports live music.
AH
Andy Hides
Went here to see a band that my mate knew. I'd only been here once, during lockdown when everyone was forced to sit outside, and I'd been itching to go back since (the beer garden is EXCELLENT but I like the cosiness of a pub indoors as well). The only pub I've been to with a well 😂, this seemed to be used as extra seating and as a place to rest one's beer during the gig. It's a beautiful pub, has lots of board games, is quite roomy, the toilets are very clean (you've no idea how many pubs are excellent until you go into the toilets). We ordered some food, which is reasonably priced. We couldn't find food service info online so I've included pictures of the menu, which also includes the service times. We wanted the nachos, but they were off the menu. So asked for loaded fries but couldn't have our first and second choices. It turned out they either had no cheese or didn't have the facilities to offer melted cheese - to be fair, this was at 8:45pm on a Saturday night and they only do roast dinners on Sundays, so perhaps they'd just run down their supplies until they would be replenished on Monday. We had the Mexican hot fries and they were very good. My only criticism is that the tables are insanely sticky. We were told this was down to the sanitiser that is used, but they were sticky to the point that we couldn't put anything on them - no phones, no arms - and when we used the Nottingham Drinker magazine so we could put things on the table, it took the paper off the magazine when we lifted it off the table. Surely that isn't right. Anyway: amazing pub, if you haven't been then go, go, go!
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Amanda Cheeky Chops

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