An award winning family-run Victorian pub on the site of an original building dating back to 1809 and serving four ever-changing real ales. Sympathetically refurbished with many Victorian features in four rooms, with open fires, a Victorian range and a restored snug. A cosy atmosphere and a warm welcome awaits. Near to the town centre, on bus routes, 20 mins from the railway station. Beers: usuallyBass plus 3 guests Sorry no children and no pets. Local Branch Pub of the Year 2013, 2014 and 2017, runner up East Midlands Pub of the Year 2014, a GBG entry since 2013 runner up 2024.