It’s the Nottingham pub which is a Mecca for cricket fans - and what’s more it’s not even near Trent Bridge. People searching for The Dragon pub soared after England’s amazing victory against New Zealand.
On the fifth day of the second test, a crowd who had been allowed into Trent Bridge for free marvelled at an incredible win - with batsman Jonny Bairstow putting the Kiwi attack to the sword in incredible style. This left fans with a real thirst - and The Dragon, which lies in Long Row West was top of the list with supporters taking to google to find it.
The Dragon is more than two miles from Trent Bridge, so they probably had worked up an appetite for ale by the time they got there. But why is the pub so popular with cricket fans?
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It has been written about by cricket commentating legend David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd in a book - and he has also tweeted his approval. After a match in 2015 he said: “The secret gem pub in Nottingham .....The Dragon ....excellent staff, ale and DJ. Music and DJ different class ...just right “
The pub has is also home to an unusual sport - Scalectric, as the Tweet below says.
On Tripadvisor it has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 - showing people really appreaciate its’ charms. One reviewer, Ray, said: “Made our annual pilgrimage to the Dragon for the Test match.
“The Manageress makes everyone feel welcome, efficient staff, well kept cask beer. Also, excellent DJs with music from the seventies for old fogeys like me. Keep up the good work.”
Jackson Jonesey added: “As properly perfect as a sociable pub can get. They know how to pour a Guinness, music and atmosphere is always spot on, attracts the right sorts and the smoking area is big and cosy. If you want a casual pint or a lively natter with your mates, go there. It’ll soon be your favourite too.”
Neilk said: “The Dragon Pub is a fantastic locals pub we chanced upon as we were wandering around this part of town and what a great find. The pub is a traditional old style pub, a long narrow bar area with the serving bar on their raised area at the front of the pub, nice decor and furnishings and plenty of seating options spread throughout this pub, it’s just a really good locals pub that I am so glad we found.”
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