Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem
Calling itself 'England's oldest pub,' it is built against the castle rock, with bar rooms carved into sandstone caves. Legend says Crusaders drank here before setting off.
The Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem stands right at the foot of the castle rock, and its sign reads 'AD 1189.' Legend has it that Crusaders heading east on Richard the Lionheart's campaign stopped here for a drink. Though the date is disputed, it is genuinely one of England's best-known old pubs. Some rooms are carved directly into the sandstone caves, and upstairs is a dusty model ship said to bring bad luck to anyone who touches it, the 'cursed ship model.' It serves traditional English pub food and local beers. It is busy on weekend evenings and can be combined with a visit to the castle.
Opening hours
Approx. 11:00–23:00
Nearby sights
- Nottingham Castle
- Old Market Square & Council House
- City of Caves
- Nottingham Contemporary
- National Justice Museum
- St Mary's Church
- Lace Market & Hockley
- Green's Windmill