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.
🍺 UPCOMING CASK 🍺 We’ve got two fantastic ales from Hollow Stone Brewing Co. coming soon! ✨ Ajanta IPA – a beautifully balanced India Pale Ale with plenty of character. 🥭 Sorbeto Mango IPA – packed with juicy tropical mango flavours for a refreshing twist on a classic IPA. 🌱 Both ales are Gluten Free and Vegan, so even more people can enjoy them. Keep an eye on the pumps – these won’t hang around for long! 🍻
🚧 GARDEN CONSTRUCTION UPDATE 🚧 Things are really starting to take shape in our garden! We’re creating a fantastic new outdoor space that will be available for: 🎉 Private Hires ⚽ World Cup Viewing 🍻 Summer Events 🎂 Parties & Celebrations The frame is now up and every week you’ll start to see the transformation come to life. We can’t wait to show you the finished result, but for now here’s a sneak peek of the progress so far… 📸 Weekly updates coming soon – watch this space! #GardenTransformation #PubGarden #PrivateHire #WorldCup2026 #VillagePub #ComingSoon
What a fantastic Saturday we had! 🎉 From the excitement of the Champions League Final to being honoured to host the UON Medics Netball AGM, it was a brilliant day all round. We absolutely love being at the heart of our community and are so grateful for all of our amazing customers who continue to support us. ❤️ We can’t wait to see what the summer has in store, with World Cup screenings, live music events, and plenty more to look forward to! Here are a few snapshots from a wonderful weekend. 📸☀️ #CommunityPub #ChampionsLeagueFinal #UONMedicsNetball #VillagePub #LiveMusic #WorldCup #ThankYou
🍺 WHARF BREWERY SHOWCASE 🍺 Over the next 3 days we’ll be showcasing some amazing cask ales from Essex-based Wharf Brewery on our bar! We’ve got 4 fantastic beers pouring, giving real ale lovers the perfect opportunity to sample some quality brews from one of Essex’s finest independent breweries. Whether you’re a regular cask drinker or looking to try something new, pop in, grab a pint and let us know your favourite. See you at the bar! 🍻 #RealAle #CaskAle #WharfBrewery #SupportLocal #PubLife
⚽🏆 CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL LIVE TODAY 🏆⚽ Watch the biggest game in club football live at the Johnson Arms this afternoon! 🍺 Award-winning Shipstones ales on the bar 📺 Live coverage on our screens 🍻 Proper pub atmosphere ⚽ The perfect place to watch the final Tables are filling up fast, so don’t leave it too late. 📩 Message the page now to book your table. See you later for a brilliant afternoon of football, great beer and great company! 🍻⚽ #ChampionsLeagueFinal #JohnsonArms #LiveFootball #Shipstones #PubFootball
☀️ SUN’S OUT — SO WE’RE OPEN EARLY ☀️ Doors open from 1PM today 🍻 Cold drinks flowing, garden ready, good vibes only. 🍕 Fresh pizzas from 4PM 🎤 OPEN MIC from 6PM — OUTSIDE Grab your mates, grab a pint, and make the most of the sunshine while it lasts. Nothing fancy — just proper pub weather done right. See you in the garden 🌞🍺🎶
☀️ Sun’s Out, Spritz Time! 🍹 Grab 2 Spritz for just £12 at the The Johnson Arms Fresh. Ice cold. Perfect in the sunshine. Choose your favourite: ✨ Hugo Spritz 🍋 Limoncello Spritz 🍊 Aperol Spritz Round up your mates, grab a seat outside and make the most of the sunshine while it lasts.
