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Shaken not Stirred! The Best Cocktails in West Bridgford & Nottingham for a Pre-Christmas Night Out

15/12/2016

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​Cocktails are a constant source of fun and celebration for us, and with Christmas just around the corner you don't even need an excuse to pop out and treat yourself to a few! We ask you, of course, to drink responsibly, however once you get stuck into this guide that might not be such an easy task!

In recent times, West Bridgford and Nottingham have become cocktail havens with an eclectic mix of affordable and imaginative creations. Here are some of our favourite places to meet friends and indulge in a festive drink or two...

The Parlour, Bridgford Road, West Bridgford

Set in the heart of West Bridgford on Bridgford Road, The Parlour harks back to the good old days of drinking, it's open throughout the day and caters for all manner of gatherings and events. Recently they have started doing a very good line in vegan and vegetarian food, which is worth trying while you're there. They offer a range of Parlour, Classic and Prosecco cocktails so why not get in touch and book a table, you can even enjoy cocktails for £5 a piece during Happy Hour if you can get out of work early! And it's only a five-minute walk back to our apartments at the end of the evening!
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Photo courtesy of The Parlour

Copper, Central Avenue, West Bridgford

Just down the road from the Parlour, Copper is arguably one of the main social hubs of West Bridgford and it's easy to see why – basically, it's got it all. You could spend the day there enjoying breakfast, lunch and dinner and everything in between. The staff are friendly and it has a great atmosphere in the evening, as well as a fantastic house cocktail list, making it the perfect place for a chilled catch-up. You can now find Copper in three locations – West Bridgford, Mapperley Top and in the city – but ours was the first (and best!). If you're looking for company you'll often see members of the Nook & Cranny collective enjoying the atmosphere, and we definitely won't say no to any offers of a drink!

Mud Crab Pacifico, Central Avenue, West Bridgford

​Probably our favourite bar in Bridgford is Mudcrab. Like its competitors it offers great food and an excellent vibe but the cocktail menu is simply stunning. Be sure to try the Motox, a cocktail so good that it almost single handedly emptied my bank account in one evening! Paul, the manager, and his team are fabulous and cannot do enough for you to make you feel like you're their favourite customer. Check them out on Twitter @mudcrab_wb where they often share quirky discount deals. More than one of our American guests have said that the burgers at Mudcrab are the most like they are back home in the U S of A too.

The Orange Tree, Shakespeare Street, Nottingham

​As we head into Nottingham city centre the first port of call should almost certainly be the Orange Tree, or The Tree to the locals. It's a friendly, open and relaxing bar full of antique furniture and quirky lighting, and boasts Nottingham's biggest range of cocktails. The 2-for-1 Happy Hour means you can enjoy a whole range without breaking the bank. Try the Very Berry Mojito or the French Martini and you'll never look back.
Apparently there's a great Quiz Night on Sundays too where the Question Master is our very own guest blogger Alex Noble of "local band, soon to be international" April Towers fame.
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Photo courtesy of The Orange Tree

Tilt, Pelham Street, Nottingham

​Tilt is perhaps the most scenic of all the cocktail joints in the area, a highly unusual layout across a number of floors takes you outside the urban confines of the city centre into another era. Regular blues and jazz nights coupled with expertly made and imaginative cocktails will make you feel warm and fuzzy inside. Be wary of coming in large groups though as the tiny building may well collapse (not really!). But do arrive early as it gets really busy.

Revolucion de Cuba, Market Street, Nottingham

Part of the well known Revolution brand, the beautiful decor of Revolucion de Cuba will transport you to the hustle and bustle of Havana. They serve cocktails in all shapes and sizes, including my favourite, one that arrives in a plastic elephant! The Passion Fruit Caiprinia is absolutely sensational and be sure to check out the upstairs area if not to simply admire the grand staircase that makes the Titanic look like a budget ferry! 
You might think from our blog that we like going out... and you'd be right! West Bridgford and Nottingham just get better and better for places to drink and eat. In case you missed it here's our guide to the best eateries in Nottingham and if you fancy visiting some of our brilliant boozers we've done a bit of homework to explain what some of the quirkier local pub names mean. Let us know if we've missed your favourites and we'll include them next time we put a guide together (after doing some research in person of course!).

Have a brilliant week before Christmas. We'll be back soon with a write-up of our trip to the panto at the Playhouse (oh yes we will!!). If you want to get in touch in the meantime and tell us about any great venues or to ask about staying in one of our luxury properties feel free to get in touch.
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