The Best Pubs in Loughborough
Loughborough, a historic market town in Leicestershire with a population of nearly 65,000, boasts a pub scene as varied as its character. From traditional inns with open fires and real ales to lively spots serving stone-baked pizzas and cocktails, the town caters to every taste. Whether you seek a cosy corner for a Sunday roast, a heated terrace for live music, or a dog friendly garden for sunny afternoons, the local pubs offer genuine warmth and excellent value. Explore the best pubs in Loughborough to find your perfect pint.


1. White Hart
27 Church Gate, Loughborough LE11 1UD, UK
Tucked away in the heart of town, the White Hart is a proper traditional pub where you can settle in by the open fire with a perfectly poured real ale from a national or micro brewer. Their beer garden comes alive with live music in the warmer months, making it a cracking spot for groups and dog owners alike. Whether you’re after a top-notch Sunday roast or a well-mixed cocktail, the friendly team delivers a welcoming, easy-going vibe every time.
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2. The Organ Grinder
4 Woodgate, Loughborough LE11 2TY, UK
Step inside The Organ Grinder and discover a proper local favourite where a roaring open fire and a superb lineup of Blue Monkey cask ales set the tone for a relaxed pint. With up to nine ever changing cask ales, a fantastic selection of keg beers, and thoughtfully chosen wines, there’s something to please every palate. The heated roof terrace and separate smoking shelter make it a great spot for groups, while well behaved dogs are always welcome to curl up by the fire. Add in live music, a famously popular quiz night, and generous bags of pork scratchings with dipping sauce, and you’ve got a pub that knows exactly how to deliver a memorable, easy going visit.
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3. Quorndon Fox Quorn Leicester
46 High St, Quorn, Loughborough LE12 8DT, UK
Head to the Quorndon Fox in Quorn for a cracking pub experience that balances a lively, welcoming buzz with genuinely top notch food and drink. Whether you're sinking a perfectly pulled pint, sharing a bottle of wine, or enjoying a cocktail on the outdoor patio, the service is always slick and professional without ever feeling rushed. It’s a brilliant choice for groups and a firm favourite with dog owners, and the menu is packed with delicious options from small bites to expertly cooked steaks that keep regulars coming back time and again.


4. Jam Garden, Loughborough
Bedford Sq, Loughborough LE11 2TP, UK
Welcome to Jam Garden, your new favourite local hangout where scorching stone-baked pizzas meet a glorious beer garden that’s perfect for sunny afternoons. This dog-friendly gem serves up cold pints, delicious cocktails, and a buzzing lineup of live music and live sport, making it an absolute winner for groups of mates or a relaxed evening out. With fantastic student deals and a genuinely welcoming team, it’s the kind of place that turns a quiet pint into an unforgettable night.
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5. The Packe Arms
Rempstone Rd, Hoton, Loughborough LE12 5SJ, UK
Head to the Packe Arms and discover a wonderfully welcoming country pub that nails the perfect Sunday roast every single time. With a menu full of incredibly well executed dishes, a great selection of beer, wine, and cocktails, and a cosy interior full of charming nooks to settle into, it’s an absolute gem for groups and dog owners alike. The outdoor seating is a treat for warmer days, and the genuinely attentive team makes every visit feel special from the very first moment.
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6. The Phantom
Leicester Rd, Loughborough LE11 2AG, UK
Swing by The Phantom for a brilliantly lively spot where fantastic cocktails, cold beer, and great wine flow freely, all at a price that won't make you wince. The funky decor and quick, tasty food make it a brilliant choice for groups and a proper dog friendly local, with live music and live sport adding to the buzz. Whether you're grabbing a seat outside or settling in for a bottomless brunch, the welcoming team ensures a cracking time that keeps you coming back for more.
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7. The White Horse
2 Leicester Rd, Quorn, Loughborough LE12 8ET, UK
Discover The White Horse in Quorn, a true gem where cracking pizzas fresh from a stone oven sit alongside a wonderful selection of real ales, wines, and creative cocktails. The team here is famously friendly, making it a brilliant spot for groups, dog owners, and sports fans alike, with live music adding to the buzz on many evenings. Whether you’re settling into the cosy interior or grabbing a seat outside, every visit delivers top notch food, a welcoming buzz, and a proper local feel that’s hard to beat.
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8. The Three Nuns
30 Church Gate, Loughborough LE11 1UD, UK
The Three Nuns is a cracking local that nails the balance between hearty, generously portioned food and a seriously well kept selection of cask ales and guest brews. It’s a dog friendly haven with live music, outdoor seating, and a welcoming buzz that makes it perfect for groups, whether you’re popping in for a Sunday roast or a well poured cocktail. The team here delivers cheerful, attentive service, and the menu offers exceptional value that leaves you planning your next visit before you’ve even paid the bill.
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9. Soar Bridge Inn
29 Bridge St, Barrow upon Soar, Loughborough LE12 8PN, UK
Make your way to the Soar Bridge Inn for an absolute gem of a pub where the Sunday roasts are legendary and the value is simply unbeatable. The team here delivers incredibly warm, can do service that handles everything from last minute group changes to celebrating life’s big moments with genuine flair, while the kitchen serves up towering plates of perfectly cooked lamb, crisp roast potatoes, and show stopping desserts. With a cracking selection of beer, wine, and cocktails, a dog friendly welcome, live music, outdoor seating, and live sports on the telly, it’s the perfect spot for any get together. You’ll be planning your return before you’ve even finished your meal.
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10. White Hart Inn
32 High St, Quorn, Loughborough LE12 8DT, UK
The White Hart Inn in Quorn is a stylish village pub where superb food, an extensive drinks selection, and a genuinely friendly team create the perfect setting for any occasion. Whether you are after a cracking steak and ale pie, fresh fish and chips, or an inventive tapas menu, the kitchen delivers every time. With live music every Friday and Saturday, Sunday Soul and Motown sessions, a dog friendly welcome, and outdoor seating, it is a brilliant spot for groups and families alike.




