Soak up our friendly service and homely charm here at the Johnson Arms in Dunkirk, Nottingham. The pub has stood proudly on the side of the river Leen since it was called the Abbey Tavern in the 1860s, before Frank Johnson bought the building in 1904 and renamed it the Johnson Arms. We’re the perfect place to sit back, relax with your favourite drink in hand. Enjoy 20p off each Cask-conditioned ale straight from the brewery, with our CAMRA discount.
Looking to host an event or private party? We've got FREE venue hire at weekends. Looking ahead to New Years Eve, you can hire the whole pub for your very own exlusive New Years Eve party! Almost any occasion is possible here at The Johnson Arms. We're just at the end of the phone, so give us a call!
Our rear garden is tucked away yet provides plenty of sunny spots for friends and family to get together.
You’ll feel immersed in our charming oasis in any season, sit back and enjoy.
RAISING THE BAR
Our bar is fully stocked with the best selection of your favourite drinks! From world lagers to spirits, wines to cocktails and every tipple in-between.
Join us for a fleeting cocktail with a friend, a quiet pint at the bar, or celebrate the big occasion and start your weekend with high spirits. No matter what you fancy, we’ll have something to tickle your tastebuds every time.
Located on Abbey Road in the Dunkirk area of Nottingham, the Johnson Arms sits opposite the Queen’s Medical Centre hospital and is just down the road from Nottingham University.
Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the locals passing by as you take your favourite seat. Whether you’ve been exploring the high street or just wanting a pub outing – we’ll see you soon.
CASK OF THE WEEK 🫶🏼
🍺 Temple of Baal – Pacific Pale – 4.8%
Gluten free • Vegan • Crisp, hoppy and dangerously drinkable.
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20 hours ago
⚽ Villa vs Nottingham Forest – Semi Final Second Leg Tomorrow Night! ➡️⚽
Join us this Thursday for a huge night of football as Villa take on Nottingham Forest in the Semi Final second leg!
📺 Watch across the whole pub:
➡️ Garden large screen
➡️ Inside on 3 screens
➡️ Patio terrace on 1 screen
🍕 Pizzas on all night
💙 10% NHS Discount every Thursday
Cold drinks, great atmosphere, proper match night. Get down early and grab your spot — or drop us a DM to book your slot!
#postworkdrinks #shipstonesbrewery #neapolitanpizza #LocalPub #supportlocal
21 hours ago
Tonight we have our very own Arieh performing from 8pm!
A talented singer-songwriter currently studying at the University of Nottingham, Arieh brings a brilliant live set and a great atmosphere.
Come down, grab a drink, and support live music tonight from 8pm.
#8pm #music #postworkdrinks #LocalPub #supportyourlocalpub
1 day ago
QUIZ night is back! Monday 8pm 🕗 let’s gooo! Want to know what it’s all about?
Below is a sample question from a past quiz!Pop down & see if you can come and beat our quiz master!
Which rolls royce model shares a name with a protagonist from the Call of Duty franchise?
#quizinstagram #quiz #postworkdrinks #LocalPub #supportyourlocalpub #realalepub #supportlocal
2 days ago
Not only do we have our lovely garden area, we also have our cosy terrace too — complete with a large TV for all the sport, fairy lights, heaters, and blankets for those chillier evenings. ✨✨
Want to hire the terrace? Just drop us a message!
3 days ago
🔥 EUROPA LEAGUE SEMI FINAL 🔥
Nottingham Forest vs Aston Villa
🕗 Kick-off: 8PM
📍 City Ground
Watch it your way tonight 👇
🌿 Beer Garden
– 2 TVs
– FULL SOUND ON
– Proper matchday atmosphere
🍻 Inside the Pub
– Game on screens (no sound)
🎤 OPEN MIC – FROM 8PM
Hosted by Emma Bladon Jones
– Newbies & regulars welcome
– FREE DRINK for performers
– Proper crowd, proper vibe
🍕 PIZZAS £10 – UNTIL SOLD OUT
6 days ago
Happy Bank Holiday, everyone! 🍻
Here’s what’s on this week at JA:
🔥 Last chance for our £10 pizzas – we’ve kept them on for the Bank Holiday weekend!
🍕 Pizza Times All Week:• Wednesday: 5–8pm• Thursday: 5–8pm• Friday: 5–8pm• Saturday: 1–3pm• Sunday: 2–5pm
🎡 Spin the Wheel – tonight, 5–8pm
💸 Discounts• 10% Student Discount• 10% NHS Discount – Thursday
🍹 Friday – After-work drinks to kick off your weekend
🌞 Looks like a cracking weekend ahead – come and enjoy the garden with us!
⚽ Big Games Live This Week•
Sunday: Man United vs Liverpool – 3:30pm – proper clash, not one to miss
Thursday: Forest vs Aston Villa – Europa League Semi-Final
Saturday: Arsenal vs Fulham – 5:30pm – title race heating up
All shown live, full atmosphere, pints flowing 🍺
See you there! X
7 days ago
Lenton Sessions tonight 🎶
Live music from Sunny Joshi of the University of Nottingham Singer-Songwriter Society
First session begins at 8:35pm
Second session at 8:50pm
Settle in, grab a drink, and enjoy a proper night of live music.
🫶🏼✨
8 days ago
Last week’s quiz winners!
The jackpot resets to £50 tonight, and there are a few mystery prizes up for grabs — including a random one for the best team name 🏆
Quiz kicks off at 8pm. Get yourselves down and join the fun!
#quiz #QuizTime #postworkdrinks #LocalPub #supportyourlocalpub
9 days ago
Now pouring at the Johnson Arms 🍺
The Devil’s Punchbowl – Candy Cap Mild (4.0%)
From Hollow Stone Brewing Co. 🏺
🥈 Silver – National Indie SIBA Awards
🌾 Gluten free & 🌱 vegan friendly
A proper pint, well worth your time 🍻