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Ye Olde Salutation Inn

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Caves, Urban

Walking, Photography, Wildlife Watching

Year round

Chris Whippet / CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Ye Olde Salutation Inn is an old pub on the corner of Hounds Gate and Maid Marian Way in Nottingham, its oldest wing a timber-framed medieval building with 18th-century brick and 1930s additions. Beneath it are two levels of caves cut into the sandstone, with rock benches and a deep well, once used ...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

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Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

Zaap Thai Street Food​, Bar Iberico​, Sarangchae​

FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
Nottingham city centre hides this ancient alehouse amongst the modern shopping streets. People easily find it near the central tram lines while exploring the historic heart of the city.

What type of place is Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
Ye Olde Salutation Inn is a historic public house built over sandstone caves in Nottingham.

When is the best time to visit Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
Quiet weekday afternoons offer the perfect opportunity to explore the architecture without the loud evening rock crowds. Winter visits feel extra cosy when the staff light the fires inside.

What can you do at Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
Patrons frequently enjoy traditional real ale while admiring the medieval decor and low wooden beams. Brave individuals can ask the landlord for a private look at the haunted cellars downstairs.

How long should I spend at Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
An hour easily covers a quick drink and a look around the historic snugs. Staying longer lets you catch the live evening music sets or properly soak up the historic atmosphere.

Where do I park at Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
Parking options near Ye Olde Salutation Inn are limited, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest available spots.

Where can I eat near Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
Zaap Thai Street Food, Bar Iberico, and Sarangchae provide three dining spots close by. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I stay near Ye Olde Salutation Inn?
There are no staycation spots recorded immediately near Ye Olde Salutation Inn, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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