Starting Gate in Nottingham

Over from Ireland and came here to starting gate and i have to say it is a brilliant spot to go for food and drinks, loved the staff very polite and great people working for them. Definitely be back when come over again.

Service was great and the food was hot and delicious. Just half way round our walk brilliant stop, highly recommend if your in the area.

Great motorhome stopover spot. Was meeting brother in law for night out in Nottingham. Easy 15 minute bus trip from stop outside. Had a big huge meal at the pub before heading out. Good food, good prices. Taxi back from city was only £8 for two of us. Good space, parking in space at the back. Very good quite nights sleep. Decided to spend extra night to ride out the storm before heading north. Recommend, safe with CCTV.

Great value food and good friendly service.

Very Nice place, warm welcome and exzellent food! Thank you a lot!

Great place to stay overnight with a motorhome, really friendly staff, had some lunch before going in to Nottingham for a concert. Would highly recommend.

Fabulous. A warm welcome given. The staff are lovely. Food...beautiful. Prices are really good. The atmosphere in the is very friendly. I will definitely go back. My D.I.L had the steak and ale pie. It was like a desperate Dan size pie. The gammon was lovely. My granddaughters had meals from the kids menu. Perfect sized meals. Thank you everyone. X

Local vibe, quick service and plenty of parking. Lots of events on, e.g. karaoke, New Year’s Eve party. Also good deals on food

Local vibe, quick service and plenty of parking. Lots of events on too,

Nice, welcoming place, bar staff really friendly and chatty. Inside is lovely and clean so would come back again.

Amazing pub great service by manager jess and staff tegan Very good value Brilliant little gem in Colwick Thank you jess for making great experience and tegan

An amazing welcome , after travelling for 9 hours from Cornwall to Nottingham, in the rain. Very friendly & helpful. Treated with such kindness- outstanding service ! Lovely meal , good value , 80's music play list, cozy pub. Tina even gave our 2 therapy labs some left over sausages . Her colleague was very kind, too. Definitely recommend this stopover. Lovely Park & walks nearby.

As visitors from NZ, we received a friendly welcome and enjoyed great service and hospitality.

Decent lunch for a decent price.

Friendly staff especially lilly service is always quick and food is Lovely

Great pub lovely staff very warm and friendly lovely place lovely food love going here

Nice clean bar and restaurant with friendly attentive staff, quick service of quality food once ordered. The food was cooked well and piping hot on arrival. Good portion sizes and it actually looked like the pictures in the menu👍

We relations here and we all enjoyed the steaks and the sweet after

Nice pint, friendly staff and good service

Cozy pub, well-kept inside. The staff are friendly, in a good mood and helpful. Average food, pleasant without pretensions. A little care of the outside would certainly make the place more attractive. Campers welcome with the possibility of overnight parking in the car park.

We called in on our way home after racing at the water sports centre as we were all hungry and needed food. They managed to get us a table sorted which was good. We ordered our food independently as families, 4 orders but when the meals came out each order bar one was missing a meal. The meals we did receive were just average and the portions were small. I went to the bar and asked for a refund for ours as one of the meals hadn’t arrived 10 minutes after two of us had finished eating. The dragon like barmaid was so rude and surly towards me that it was disgusting. There is no place for customer service like that. She said NO yep in capitals to my request for a refund. Anyway at this point they brought food out for my son but it was the wrong order! Some 25 minutes after we had finished he finally got his meal. After approaching the manager about the poor service quality and attitude of the bar dragon he did refund us for the most expensive meal which is the least he should have done. Yes we all ate our food but we hadn’t eaten all day so would have eaten a cardboard box we were so hungry. Next time I’d drive the 130 miles home starving rather than go here.

We stayed here in our motorhome for 2 nights a month ago - staff were very accommodating and the food was really good - highly recommend this Pub for an overnight stop and for drinks/food - close to city centre - bus stop very handy and good walking in the area - thankyoh for letting us stay.

Food sound staff nice warm welcome beer bang on what more u want they got the lot

It is my local pub. It is good place for some and food drink. I visit it very often. Have free parking.

We stayed with our camper for one night. We ate cheaply and very tasty. We were even entertained (quizzes and card bingo). We can definitely recommend it. 🙂

Great pub, the staff were very friendly and the Food was amazing!

And for those who have a camper you can stay overnight in the car park

Stayed here in motorhome. Lovely food with great staff

What a place. Stayed with motorhome for Ouaw event. Amazing service and food was outstanding. Emailed in advance asking was it OK to stay, no pressure to have food

Friendly staff. Good food. What more do you need? We stayed the night in the lot with our van. Thank you!

Very friendly staff, good food. Convenient stopover for motorhome.

Great ad!!! The dishes are delicious at unbeatable prices. And the staff are beyond adorable. Thank you all

Visited for a cheap and cheerful meal with the family and that’s exactly what we got! Food was delicious - especially the steaks and excellent value for money. The staff were also really friendly and happy to help. Will be returning.

Motorhome friendly. Very kind stuff.

Great little boozer. Nicely located just off the country park. Buzzing atmosphere and the Friday playlist was a vibe. Fantastic deals and great value. Super friendly staff. Would definitely come again.

Fantastic place for food/drinks etc and even let us park overnight with the vw campervan. Staff were all lovely and kept the place clean and tidy. Also it’s a dog friendly pub too ( even tho we don’t have one 😊)

Arrived late with our camper and were allowed to stay overnight for free. The staff are very friendly and the menu is good. Only had 2 drinks which were very tasty.

Great for a pint. Also handy if you want to park your motorhome and spend the night. 👍

We were here with the motorhome to spend the night, we had a beer, very clean, good atmosphere, terrace outside, large space, very friendly staff and fast service, it is recommended, here you can park and then take the bus to the center of the city. city, very well connected.

Leuke gemoedelijke sfeer, lekker eten en drinken. Tevens makkelijk berijkbaar, zelfs met de camper. Ook prima parkeren met de camper op de ruime parkeerplaats

Arrived on a Sunday evening and had 3 main meals and drinks. Service was friendly and fast, we all enjoyed our food. We could take our dog, who had cuddles from staff too! Great value for us as we also stayed for free overnight in our motorhome. Fantastic walks right next door to the Starting Gate, lovely wooded areas and lakes to walk round. Close enough to main roads to be easily accessible but quiet enough overnight to rest. If we're that way again we'll definitely be back!

Very polite bar staff served by lily very friendly service recommend

All the food we ordered was absolutely delicious, hot and there were no issues with anything missing or wrong. The staff were absolutely lovely too. We will definitely be returning!

We are a couple of Portuguese nationality, we were traveling in a motorhome, we stopped at the Starting Gate for lunch, very good typical English food, very friendly people and a very good park for the motorhome and overnight stay, we recommend it. Thank you and see you next time.

Little bit of a wait for food but they were busy. When it came out though the food was really good and great value for money. Would recommend.

Big pub, delicious food. We watched football here in a great atmosphere.

Food a little expensive but really friendly staff

I would say "Never judge a book by it's cover" The first impression as you drive in is a little disappointing , it doesn't look the most attractive building and when we went the grass wasn't cut so it looked a little scruffy.. However... The inside is smart , clean and the staff very friendly and very efficient. The food was absolutely great value and the drinks were competitive. We would certainly be back especially as they are dog friendly.

We stayed here in our motorhome for the night in their large car park having read many good reviews within the motorhome community. The staff were lovely and could not be more welcoming. We both had a meal which excellent, steak and chips with a few excellent and well priced beers, what's not to like! Would definitely return.

Lovely meal the staff were lovely you don't offen find good staff and a good well done

Excellent service, food was amazing I had the sirloin steak and it’s one of the best steaks I have had it cut like butter, my partner had the mixed grill and loved it also. Thank you We will be back ☺️

Nice pub, warm welcome. We highly recommend!!!

Booked a table for 5 at 5 o clock got there at 4.45 table ready brilliant but then 3 off use wanted xl mix grill but was not available 1 wanted mac & Cheese not available latte came out like cup of milk no taste of coffee then after an hour waiting we was told our food was being cooked now and then ordered Cheesecake that came out warm because thay defrost it in microwave so not very good at all especially for a bank holiday

We have been here twice now in our 7m motorhome and the value for money is superb. The food is your traditional fayre but we enjoyed our small mixed grills one night and the two for £11.99 meal deal which in our case was small fish, chips and mushy peas & a hunters chicken, chips and garden peas. The latter suited our appetites but bigger eaters may want a starter or pudding. In terms of motor caravans etc, we found parking at the furthest end away from the road best for sleeping. There are no facilities outside pub hours so you need to be self sufficient. It is a requirement that you have food and a drink to offset free parking. This is a great stopover en route elsewhere or to catch the bus into Nottingham.

Lovely staff and the food very good .

Great food and cocktails. Staff were lovely and offered free overnight stay in the carpark. Tegan was great with the dogs.

Tegan was very polite and service was excellent

We stayed overnight in the car park in our motorhome as we had to be in Nottingham early the following morning. There was no charge however we did go into the pub and had a Sunday roast and a drink which was good. The staff were friendly, very helpful and attentive. We would definitely return and would recommend it.

Nice place, very pricey for soft drinks. Very nice location, great parking.

What we wanted to eat, was not available, guess 6.30 was to late. First time out. This was just after Covid. 2 years later Can't fault 100 % Food Staff

Went as a party of 10 last minute for a meal and drinks. The Service was outstanding, Rebeca was brilliant, making sure we had everything we needed. She didn’t stop for a minute and it was genuine that nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent with good Presentation and taste. Lovely atmospheres, even had a few games of pool to finish. Would Highly recommend, and will most definitely be returning for food, drinks and socialising.

Passed this place so many times never been in. Well shame on me! Last minute birthday meal on a back holiday for ten people. Under staffed. But gave us the heads up so our choice. Yes some things could of been a little better but under the circumstances couldn't fault them. Becca was none stop sorting everything Have an 18th birthday meal to sort in June for a large family. Hope you're ready for the mid-week dinners as we will be back!

Great pub just out of the city centre. Hearty pub grub. Had work in the area so took the camper van overnight there, safe large car park, doggo friendly, helpful and friendly staff. Nothing to complain about 👍

Great food ..absolutely could not finish had to get a take away box .

Once again, very friendly staff. Happy to accept us, our dog and our motorhome. Always feel welcome here. They even have a treat station for the dog and are very happy to supply bowls of water. Can’t fault it. Yet again the starting gate comes up trumps.

Can only be recommended. Delicious and cheap food. We arrived with three motorhomes and were able to park in the parking lot for the night free of charge. Ideal for a stopover.

Great ambience, super nice service. We are even allowed to stay overnight with a motorhome for free because we ate here.

Great free pub stop for a campervan. Large flat carpark, no facilities when pub shut but I am self contained anyway. Near main road but if you park at far end the noise is minimal. 3 other vans there but still plenty of room. Friendly, lively local pub, TV with sport on. Greene King chain - food pretty average but good prices and portion sizes. I used it to visit racecourse- easy 15/20 minute walk. Would definitely recommend

Great little pub, myself and husband stayed in campervan overnight, it was lovely and quiet, food was great and staff accommodating. Can't wait to return.

We stayed here again in our campervan while visiting family nearby. Jess and the staff are lovely. It's a really friendly vibe in the pub and a large quiet carpark at night. There were a few "overnighters" there this weekend. The food is always good quality, we call in for food even if we aren't staying overnight, reasonable price and lots of choice. They have a pool table, darts and lots of tv screens showing sporting events etc. A pleasant garden area and some nice walks nearby. Thanks again Starting Gate. See you soon.

Food was OK, chicken was quite dry but tasted nice. Could do with a little TLC inside

Opening times are not as on website waisted journey won't try again

New team members on this visit 👍

Went here with my sister for lunch, it's her local. We had a nice meal in a lovely pub with a friendly welcoming atmosphere.

The Jamaican Chicken Stew is one of the tastiest meals I've ever had. Absolutely loved it. Perfect combination and amount of all the elements.

Stayed in our campervan for the first time. Everyone was very welcoming and helpful. Enjoyed the quiz and games. Will definitely use

Tried this place out a few times now, it’s amazing if you want a cozy night out. The staff go above and beyond and are all really friendly :)

Staff very welcoming and friendly, great location, nice walks from there car park, public transport to City Centre right outside. Fantastic Food, would highly recommend.

Amazing atmosphere. Great staff, good place to bring your dogs. Staff always have a smile on faces and are always happy to help. Rebecca today helped with every inquiry we had

Very happy place, staff amazing especially Rebecca she’s goes above and beyond

Amazing atmosphere, staff go over and beyond for you Always smiling and ready to help

Went there for dinner last night and ordered beyond burger. The burger bread was stale and as hard as a brick. I was extremely hungry and was not in a mood to complain so I ended up leaving the bread out and ate just the beyond veggie patty with fries for dinner. It completely ruined my mood last night. I then ordered apple pie for dessert which was not too good either. The atmosphere at the restaurant is not bad, but the food is terrible. I will never go there again.

Brilliant service, amazing food. Thankyou to Zoe, Harry & Team

Came as part of a large group. Food lovely, very friendly service. Will come again.

I love my burger 🍔 thanks to Ben who was in the kitchen thank you so much it was amazing 👏 🤩 ❤️ 😊 🙌

I loved the food I had chicken nuggets chips and beans my mum had lasenge my dad had fish chips and mushy peas

Great staff, great food at a very reasonable price. Free motor home stopover close to Nottingham and a nearby bus stop.

Lovely atmosphere, cocktails are lovely and food deals everyday 🙂

I went to do order peri peri flatbread witch then theBar staff said we don’t have it and recommend a steak flatbread. It can and I was unhappy to say the lest I asked for medium rare and it came well done and the chips was very cold I’m not one to complain so just eaten it but I wouldn’t recommend ordering the steak flatbread. To be fair the bar staff was very polite and nice I spoken to Jess and the issue got resolved and she handled it very well fair play to her good customer service

Great pub, staff are fantastic. have great service always with a smile.

We go every Wednesday with friends for a meal we do enjoy the meals but every week we go they have always ran out of thing one week they didn't have any milk for a cup of tea then another week they didn't have any fish and now this week they haven't got any fish all any gammon all any peas it's a shame because the meals are nice but sorry I will not be going back there again

Spent several nights here overnight in our campervan & honestly the staff are so friendly. They couldn’t do anything more for you. The parking is free of charge, but we went in every night for a drink and maybe a bite to eat and it’s just overall a really enjoyable place, jukebox and pool is free on a Tuesday. Thank you so much for your hospitality. ✌️Definitely recommend to anyone of you with a Motorhome or just if you fancy a few drinks. Can’t go wrong in here guys. Smashed it 😃

Very good atmosphere and great staff members especially beks and Jacob

Doesn't look much from the outside, but got a lovely warm welcome and a very pleasant interior. Add to that reasonable prices and you can't go wrong.

went in Monday afternoon for food, told the kitchen was closed for half an hour due to big order. decided to go else where as couldn't guarantee being only half an hour

As a local to the starting gate for many years, very disappointed that on new years eve tables were reserved. As a local and a regular,i find it very disappointing that in news year eve I can't go to my local and sit where I want. This pub is not what it used to be. Tables should not be reserved!!

Staff are always warm & friendly. Enjoy the food, just a shame that on our last visit, there was a shortage of ingredients. Overall, normally good quality food and cooked well.

Great place to eat. Nice place and reasonable prices

Great place to eat, we booked a table for 15 and all food arrived in a timely manner. Would highly recommend The Starting Gate to anyone looking for decent grub at a reasonable price.

Great atmosphere and service. Friendly and very accommodating to our needs whilst touring. Didn't try the food.