This Hockley hideaway is another bar that attracts customers with its hidden entrance. Beyond the passageway that is also on Carlton Street is a beautiful grade II listed building with three floors. Each floor is decorated differently so you can take your pick, with a photo-worthy flower theme top floor, Electric Garden or the Blue Rooms level with regal booths and chesterfield sofas. This Hockley hideaway is another bar that attracts customers with its hidden entrance. Beyond the passageway that is also on Carlton Street is a beautiful grade II listed building with three floors. Each floor is decorated differently so you can take your pick, with a photo-worthy flower theme top floor, Electric Garden or the Blue Rooms level with regal booths and chesterfield sofas.
This Hockley hideaway is another bar that attracts customers with its hidden entrance. Beyond the passageway that is also on Carlton Street is a beautiful grade II listed building with three floors. Each floor is decorated differently so you can take your pick, with a photo-worthy flower theme top floor, Electric Garden or the Blue Rooms level with regal booths and chesterfield sofas. | Supplied

We visited some of Nottingham's secret bars with hidden entrances and self-serve wine

Olivia Beeson
By Olivia Beeson
Published 4th Sep 2023, 11:04 BST
Updated 4th Sep 2023, 11:06 BST

Make sure you keep these hidden bars a secret...

Nottingham has an array of bars across the city to suit everyone’s needs, and some of those that are tucked away are the very best. We’ve compiled a list of some of Nottingham’s best secret bars so that you don’t miss out on these hidden gems.

But shhh, don’t tell anyone 🤫

The bottom floor, Stockholm, also has its own deals serving two for one cocktails all night Friday and before 10pm on Saturday. It’s another venue where you get different vibes under the same roof. They host an array of events, including bottomless afternoon teas, cheese and wine evenings to open mic nights. If you are looking for something to do this bar will not disappoint.

1. Hockley Arts Club

The bottom floor, Stockholm, also has its own deals serving two for one cocktails all night Friday and before 10pm on Saturday. It’s another venue where you get different vibes under the same roof. They host an array of events, including bottomless afternoon teas, cheese and wine evenings to open mic nights. If you are looking for something to do this bar will not disappoint. | Supplied

Head down the alleyway on Carlton Street to discover the gem that is Lost Property. Hidden behind a lost property office door is a bar full of quirky décor and great drinks deals. The furnishings match the theme, with old fashioned suitcases lining the walls and brown luggage tags with messages from customers of the past. Not only is the inside a treat for the eyes but the happy hour deals are also great for your wallet. They have two for one drinks every Wednesday and Thursday until 10pm and every Friday and Saturday until 8pm. A separate bar but just downstairs from Lost Property is one you won’t want to miss, too. To get to The Lost Caves gin and rum bar you are led along corridors and passages to find tables in a renovated cave. Nottingham has the UK’s largest network of caves, and this bar brings them to life, serving drinks on Fridays and Saturdays. It certainly makes for a unique drinking experience. One customer said on Tripadvisor: “This is like nowhere else I have been when looking for a drink and I recommend you hunt it out and find it.”

2. Lost Property and The Lost Caves

Head down the alleyway on Carlton Street to discover the gem that is Lost Property. Hidden behind a lost property office door is a bar full of quirky décor and great drinks deals. The furnishings match the theme, with old fashioned suitcases lining the walls and brown luggage tags with messages from customers of the past. Not only is the inside a treat for the eyes but the happy hour deals are also great for your wallet. They have two for one drinks every Wednesday and Thursday until 10pm and every Friday and Saturday until 8pm. A separate bar but just downstairs from Lost Property is one you won’t want to miss, too. To get to The Lost Caves gin and rum bar you are led along corridors and passages to find tables in a renovated cave. Nottingham has the UK’s largest network of caves, and this bar brings them to life, serving drinks on Fridays and Saturdays. It certainly makes for a unique drinking experience. One customer said on Tripadvisor: “This is like nowhere else I have been when looking for a drink and I recommend you hunt it out and find it.” | Supplied

The clue is in the name with this one, it may be slightly tricky to find due to its hidden entrance but you are sure to enjoy what you do stumble across. Located on Trinity Walk this bar is also down an alleyway, but instead leads to an outside space. The flowery garden is full of wooden fencing and benches, with a canopy just in case of the unreliable British weather.

3. Secret Garden

The clue is in the name with this one, it may be slightly tricky to find due to its hidden entrance but you are sure to enjoy what you do stumble across. Located on Trinity Walk this bar is also down an alleyway, but instead leads to an outside space. The flowery garden is full of wooden fencing and benches, with a canopy just in case of the unreliable British weather. | Supplied

They have a happy hour Monday to Thursday 3pm-6pm and 1am-2am when cocktails are two for £12. It’s a great summer spot, with DJ events and good vibes.

4. Secret Garden

They have a happy hour Monday to Thursday 3pm-6pm and 1am-2am when cocktails are two for £12. It’s a great summer spot, with DJ events and good vibes. | Supplied

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