Horse & Jockey

Business Details

Welcome to Horse & Jockey - Your Local Pub in Stapleford

Established in 1740, the Horse & Jockey has evolved through numerous transformations while maintaining its historic charm. Since 2012, under new management, we have consistently delivered exceptional service, earning prestigious accolades including multiple CAMRA Pub of the Year awards across local, district, and regional levels. Our pub offers a welcoming atmosphere with quiet corners for relaxation, an open fire, and a log burner, complemented by 13 ever-changing hand-pulled cask ales.

We prioritise customer satisfaction through a dog-friendly environment, strategic location near the Erewash Valley trail, and convenient transport links to Nottingham, Derby, and surrounding areas. Our team ensures a seamless experience for casual visits, special occasions, and overnight stays in our 11 well-equipped rooms. With a commitment to quality and tradition, we continue to serve as a cornerstone of the Stapleford community, blending heritage with modern hospitality.

Services

Accommodation Cask Ales Food Menu Event Hosting Dog-Friendly Facilities Transport Links

Highlights and features

Awarded CAMRA Pub of the Year multiple times across local, district, and regional levels.
Offering 13 ever-changing hand-pulled cask ales to suit every palate.
Dog-friendly environment with water bowls and treats for four-legged guests.
Strategically located near the Erewash Valley trail and public transport links.
Historic ambiance with modern comforts, including well-equipped accommodation rooms.

Associations and certifications

CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale)

What people say

Excellent cask ales Friendly staff Beautiful historic setting Dog-friendly policy Great transport links

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Accommodation

Our 11 above-pub rooms feature flat-screen TVs, double wardrobes, and free Wi-Fi. Shared bathroom facilities available. Located near local transport links, offering easy access to Nottingham, Derby, and the M1 motorway.

Cask Ales

We serve 13 rotating hand-pulled cask ales from regional and national breweries. Our selection includes pale ales, IPAs, stouts, and gluten-free options. Daily updates ensure variety for all tastes.

Food Menu

Offering half-price pizzas on Tuesdays and Thursdays, alongside pork pies, scotch eggs, and vegetarian options. Menus feature both traditional pub fare and modern dishes to complement our ale selection.

Event Hosting

Ideal for family gatherings and special occasions, our pub provides event spaces with traditional ambiance. Open fire and log burner areas create memorable settings for celebrations.

Dog-Friendly Facilities

We welcome dogs with water bowls and treats. Our location near the Erewash Valley trail makes us a popular rest stop for walkers and cyclists traveling with pets.

Questions

What CAMRA awards has the pub won?

We've won multiple CAMRA awards including Nottingham Branch Pub of the Year (2013-2014, 2020, 2022-2024) and East Midlands District Pub of the Year (2013, 2022-2024).

Are rooms en-suite?

No, all rooms have shared bathroom facilities located on each floor.

Is the pub dog-friendly?

Yes, we welcome dogs with water bowls and treats available at all times.

What transport links are nearby?

We're close to Trent Barton i4 and My15 bus routes connecting to Nottingham, Derby, Ilkeston, and Long Eaton.

Do you serve food?

We offer a snack menu during pub hours. Stapleford town centre has multiple restaurants and takeaways within walking distance.

Reviews (4)

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James Byrne

Nov 04, 2021 Report

Me and 3 work colleagues got placed here for a week whilst undertaking works in the area. Honestly, this is probably the worst place weve stayed. Poxy box room with no window, the landing smelt horrid, communal showers & toilets arent looked after by other guests, walls made of paper mach, kids running up and down the hallways. We couldnt even see the week out, ended up going home early. Im sure the pub is lovely, but the hotel upstairs is an absolute hovel.

Elizabeth Pickett

Aug 24, 2021 Report

Excellent over night stay here. It exceeded our expectations in terms of comfort and cleanliness. Really good value for money. We had two rooms. One with double bed one with twin beds. Both were very comfortable.
Bonus of Pizza night in the pub below too.. delicious! Very little noise from the pub and the shared bathroom was more that adequate. Friendly staff and a great little walk nearby in the Erewash valley should you want some fresh air and exercise!

George Sawicki

Jun 23, 2021 Report

A quiet place for real ale drinkers, good selection of beers but no food only snacks no parking have to use side roads

Jonathan Britland

Jan 15, 2021 Report

This is the Mecca for real ale enthusiasts. So many real ales and ciders. There is also a selection of lagers the more common lagers but also lagers that are slightly rarer that you do not see in the average pub that are quality. Bar food is available that is good value. This is a traditional old English pub. Bar staff are polite. This pub has won awards for real ale and the staff are meticulous in keeping the beer in top condition regularly cleaning the pipes. The pub has a board detailing the type of real ale on a chart so that you can see all the details of the beer in comparison with others