Pubs in Northampton

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Found 10 pubs in Northampton

Rifle Drum

Drum Lane, Northampton NN1 2QW

Close to Railway Station

Close to Bus Routes

Small pub in alleyway off market square

Auctioneers

10-12 Market Square, Northampton NN1 2DL

Popular busy town centre pub adjacent to the largest outdoor market in the country. On every large room leads onto both the Drapery and market. Discos every Friday and Saturday evening.

Mail Coach

6 Derngate, Northampton NN1 1UB

Large town centre pub with three rooms that have been opened out to create a J-shaped bar with a wooden and tiled floor. The intermediate area has high table and chairs, whilst either side is more secluded. The walls are decorated with theatre memorabilia since the pub is adjacent to the Royal and Derngate theatres resulting in it being frequented by theatre-goers and occasionally after show actors and musicians. The outside garden has a further 'garage' area providing cover. Refurbished and reopened on Friday 23 March 2018.

Black Prince

15 Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE

Medium Sized pub on the edge of town centre with a large function room and a surprisingly large Beer Garden for a town centre pub, serving up to nineteen beers and six ciders. Sister pub to the Olde England, ten minutes walk away going out of town on the Kettering Road, and part of a group that includes J Church beers. Barbecues at weekends. Voted local CAMRA Town Pub of the Season Spring 2017.

Pioneer

Fulford Road, Northampton NN2 7NU

A 1970's modern estate pub built at the end of dead end of the Links estate between Northampton and Kingsthorpe golf courses. Inside is a large multi-roomed locals pub where regular quiz nights are held.

Sunnyside

Boughton Green Road, Northampton NN2 7AG

Set in extensive grounds, this private house was converted into a pub in 1952 and now has a single large drinking area. Outside is a mature garden. Quizzies are held Thursday and Saturday nights.

Old Bank

4-5 St Giles Square, Northampton NN1 1DA

The pub has a long history and used to be part of the council offices before being converted to a Barclays bank. Since then, it was opened as the Rat & Parrot before trading with it new name today. Probably the largest pub in Northampton, the J-shaped central bar is accessible to most areas. Secluded booths offer some privacy from the TV screens. A DJ performs on Friday, Saturday, and Bank holidays. A Cider and Sausage festival is held in June.

Plough Hotel

Bridge Street, Northampton NN1 1PF

Originally built as a coaching inn in the 1890s. Now a hotel with lounge bar, which is open to the public. No real ale

Shipmans

12 Drapery, Northampton NN1 2HG

Close to Railway Station

Close to Bus Routes

Historic Pub Interior

Town centre pub currently closed. Purchased by McManus Pub Co, due to reopen mid-2020, as at 25/02/2020. Its 1700s character is to be retained and it will have a beer-themed menu.

Wig & Pen

19 St Giles Street, Northampton NN1 1JA

Three hundred year old town centre pub, although the long L-shaped bar was only added 150 years ago. This oak-beamed bar offers five frequently changing guest beers and locally brewed beers. A guest cider and a wide range of bottled beers are available. Jazz bands play on Tuesday night and live bands perform every Sunday. Good home-cooked food features local ingredients. Local CAMRA Pub of the Year 2012. CAMRA members receive a 10% discount on beer.

About Pubs in Northampton

Northampton offers a diverse range of pubs and bars, from traditional British pubs serving real ale to modern gastropubs with innovative menus. Whether you're looking for a dog-friendly pub, a venue with live sports, or somewhere to enjoy a quiet pint, you'll find it in Northampton.

Popular Pub Features in Northampton

Traditional pubs with real ale and cask beer
Dog-friendly pubs welcoming four-legged friends
Sports pubs with big screens for live football, rugby, and more
Gastropubs serving quality food and Sunday roasts
Pubs with beer gardens and outdoor seating
Live music venues and entertainment

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