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Welcome to The Johnson Arms

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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!

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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.

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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.

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☀️⚽ TUESDAY 23RD – MATCH DAY DONE RIGHT! ⚽☀️ The forecast is hot, the beers are cold, and we’ve got everything you need for the perfect match-day atmosphere! 🎧 LIVE DJ from 7pm–9pm bringing all the biggest tunes and building the buzz before kick-off. 🍕 Fresh pizza by the slice 📺 3 outdoor screens 📺 3 indoor screens 🍻 Ice-cold beers flowing all night 🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉 Tag the mate you’d bring along and you could win a bucket of beer for your table on the night! 🍺🍺🍺 Whether you’re soaking up the sunshine outside or catching every moment indoors, there’s no better place to watch the action. 🔥 Tables are filling fast – book yours now to guarantee the best seats in the house! 🔥 Gather your crew, grab a slice, and get ready for a brilliant evening of football, music and summer vibes. Heatwave. Football. Pizza. Pints. Live DJ. Tuesday sorted. ☀️⚽🍕🍺

WOW… what a night last night! 🔥🍻 The pub was absolutely buzzing, with fans packed in across our 3 outdoor screens and 3 indoor screens, creating an atmosphere that had to be seen to be believed! If you don’t want to miss the next big match, book your table now and secure the best seat in the house. 🍔 Kitchen open 5pm–8pm 🍺 Great food, cold drinks and unbeatable atmosphere See you at the bar! ⚽🔥🍻 https://www.opentable.com/r/the-johnson-arms-nottingham

⚽🌍 WORLD CUP LIVE AT THE JOHNSON ARMS 🌍⚽ Whatever nation you're supporting, you're welcome at the Johnson Arms! With 📺 3 indoor TVs and 🌞 3 giant outdoor screens, we'll be showing all the big games in a great atmosphere with cold beers, great food and plenty of football chat. The World Cup is the perfect excuse to get your mates together, enjoy a few pints and make the most of an incredible summer of football. 🍻 Support your team 🍕 Enjoy our handmade pizzas ⚽ Watch every key match live 🌞 Outdoor screens available for those sunny evenings Book your table for FREE using the link below and secure the best seat in the house! #WorldCup #Football #JohnsonArms #NottinghamPub #WatchTheWorldCup #BeerAndFootball #PubAtmosphere #SupportYourTeam https://www.opentable.co.uk/r/the-johnson-arms-nottingham

Where are you watching the game tonight? Come and join us at the JA where we have 3 indoor and 3 outdoor TV’s. Lou’s of beer and a nice chilled out space. Our first fan has arrived… welcome #WorldCup2026 #englandfootball #england🇬🇧 #england🇬🇧️

⚽ GOAT ALE – Our World Cup Cask Ale ⚽ Brewed by Hollow Stone Brewing Co.⁠ and pouring now at the Johnson Arms. A bright, easy-drinking pale ale at 4.3% ABV with a refreshing citrus hop character that’s made for match days. Hollow Stone’s pale ales are known for being crisp, sessionable beers with citrus and tropical fruit notes.

We’re delighted to announce our first sponsorship for next year with the University of Nottingham Medics Netball Club! 🏐💚 As a community pub, we’re proud to support such a dedicated and hardworking group of student athletes. We can’t wait to work together throughout the next academic year and follow the team’s progress both on and off the court. Here’s to a successful partnership and an exciting season ahead for everyone involved! Good luck to all the players – we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way! #UniversityOfNottingham #UoNMedicsNetball #ProudSponsor #SupportingLocalSport #CommunityPartnership #StudentSport #NetballFamily

🔥 IT’S MATCH DAY! 🔥 ENGLAND 🆚 CROATIA ⏰ Kick-off 9PM The stage is set for a huge night of football and there’s no better place to watch it than The Johnson Arms, Lenton! 🍔 Kitchen serving until 9PM 🍺 Ice-cold pints flowing ⚽️ Electric match atmosphere 🚶 Walk-ins welcome Round up your mates, grab a table and cheer on the Three Lions with us tonight. 📍 The Johnson Arms, Lenton COME ON ENGLAND! THE PLACE TO BE TONIGHT!

⚽️ TONIGHT – France 🇫🇷 vs Senegal 🇸🇳 ⚽️ Kick-off at 8pm! Watch the game inside or outside and enjoy the atmosphere with us 😍🍻 📍 Johnson Arms, Lenton Plenty of walk-in space available tonight, so come down and enjoy the game with us! 🍺⚽️ A few spaces are still available for tomorrow’s game too – get booked in before they’re gone! 🔥 xx

World Cup fever is here ⚽🔥 England get things underway on Wednesday at 9pm against Croatia in a repeat of the 2018 semi-final 🕰️ A massive night with plenty riding on it. Scotland play on Friday at 11pm as they take on Morocco looking to make a big statement in the group stage. Saturday is stacked with the Gallagher Premiership Final at 3pm, before Netherlands v Sweden at 6pm and Germany v Ivory Coast at 9pm 🍻 Settle in for a huge week of live sport with us 📺

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