A traditional family-friendly pub
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!
GARDEN RETREAT
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.
FIND US
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.
The weekend builds to a massive showdown as Arsenal take on City in the Carabao Cup Final on Sunday at 4:30pm 🔥 Two sides right in the thick of the Premier League race now go head to head for silverware. Expect drama, intensity and a proper big game atmosphere. Saturday gets things going at 12:30pm with Brighton hosting Liverpool, before Everton face Chelsea at 5:30pm. Then under the lights at 8pm, Leeds welcome Brentford to round off the day. Sunday starts early with a huge North East derby at 12pm as Newcastle take on Sunderland ⚔️ always feisty, always loud. Then at 2:15pm there’s a double helping of Premier League action with Villa v West Ham and Spurs v Forest. Alongside all the football, the Gallagher Premiership is back after the Six Nations, so there’s plenty of rugby on offer too 🏉
✨ Private Hire Available This April ✨ Looking for the perfect place to celebrate? We have weekend availability throughout April for private events. Whether you’d like to reserve a cosy area or the whole venue, we can also open up the garden space as the evenings get lighter. Enjoy a relaxed setting with: 🍕 Pizza menu available ✨ Fairy lights 🔊 Outside speakers 📺 TVs for sports or music Ideal for: • Special birthdays • Kids’ parties • Family celebrations • Casual get-togethers Every event is a little different, and we’re happy to tailor things to suit you. 📩 Send us a message or speak to the bar to check dates and start planning.
🔥 PIZZA NIGHTS AT THE JOHNSON ARMS 🍕 The ovens are fired up and the pizzas are flying! Join us every Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 🕔 5–8pm For the whole of March – ALL pizzas just £10! Grab a pint, gather your mates, and settle in for proper pub pizza done right. Sunshine or not, the pizza’s hot. Come and enjoy it at The Johnson Arms. #homemade #postworkdrinks #shipstonesbrewery #neapolitanpizza #PizzaNight #LocalPub
☀️ SUN’S OUT AT JOHNSON’S ARMS ☀️ Get yourself down, grab a seat in the sunshine and settle in properly 🍺 Guinness pouring all day — fresh, cold, and exactly how it should be. And if you fancy something cheeky… 🥃 2 Baby Guinness for £5 No bookings, no fuss — just good pints, good company, and a bit of sun while it lasts. #postworkdrinks #LocalPub #realalepub #supportlocal
🍀 ST PATRICK’S DAY HAT HUNT IS ON! 🍀 The sun is shining and we’re getting the celebrations started early… 👀 We’ve hidden a fantastic reversible Guinness Paddy’s Day hat somewhere out in the garden… 🎩🍀 Find the hat and you WIN: 🍺 A pint of Guinness 🎩 The hat to take home First one to find it takes the lot — no clues, no hints… just get out there and start hunting! Doors open at 3pm today. Then stick around because tonight we’ve got: 🎶 Irish-themed evening 🎤 Music Bingo from 7:30 Get yourselves down, grab a drink, and join the craic — it’s shaping up to be a proper one 🍀🍺 #quizinstagram #QuizTime #shipstonesbrewery #postworkdrinks #LocalPub #supportyourlocalpub #WeAreUoN
Quiz Night is back! 🧠🍻 Grab your team, grab a pint and get involved. Expect laughs, questionable answers, and a bit of friendly competition around the tables. And if you get peckish while you’re thinking… we’ve got hot samosas from Bombay Deli waiting in the snack fridge. Perfect quiz fuel. Get down early, get your team together and let’s see who takes the bragging rights this week. 🏆 #homemade #postworkdrinks #shipstonesbrewery #LocalPub #supportyourlocalpub #weareuon #uon #quiz
