The New Foresters
Described as Nottingham's oldest LGBTQ+ bar, serving the community since 1938, with late-night opening, a beer garden with sheltered smoking area, DJs, drag and cabaret. In September 2021 it received…
Described as Nottingham's oldest LGBTQ+ bar, serving the community since 1938, with late-night opening, a beer garden with sheltered smoking area, DJs, drag and cabaret. In September 2021 it received Nottingham's first Pink Plaque. It ran entertainment from day into the early hours on Notts Pride day 2026.
Regular nights
Drag, cabaret and DJ nights (no fixed weekly schedule published on its website).
Quick answers
- Where is The New Foresters in Nottingham?
- The New Foresters is at 18 St Ann's Street, Nottingham (behind Victoria Centre; a short walk from Hockley), NG1 3LX, in or near Nottingham's Rainbow Quarter.
- What is The New Foresters like?
- Described as Nottingham's oldest LGBTQ+ bar, serving the community since 1938, with late-night opening, a beer garden with sheltered smoking area, DJs, drag and cabaret. In September 2021 it received Nottingham's first Pink Plaque.
- When is The New Foresters open?
- Late-night closing (times not published on website). Hours change, so check with the venue before you go.
- Who is The New Foresters for?
- Mixed ('a safe space for all').
Nearby
- The Palais, nightclub, about 5 minutes on foot
- The Lord Roberts, pub / lgbt+ bar, about 6 minutes on foot
- Rough Trade Nottingham, record shop with first-floor bar and live room, about 6 minutes on foot
- The Bodega, music venue / bar, about 7 minutes on foot