We dug into Google reviews to find the highest-rated spots across Bassetlaw where the beer is cold, the welcome is warm, and if you’re lucky enough, the log fire is roaring.
From the Greendale Oak in Worksop, renowned for its quaint, old-school feel to the beautifully updated interior of the Hop Pole of Reford, that still proudly retains its cosy winter log fires, these are the ultimate winter pubs to escape the chill.
1. Nothing better than a warm cosy pub on a cold winter's night
We've dug deep into our archives to find you some of the cosiest pubs in the area to thaw you out on a chilly night Photo: Epics/2010 Getty Images
2. The Lion Hotel
112 Bridge St, Worksop S80 1HT: A standout choice right in the town centre. Housed in a charming former coaching inn with generations of history, it beautifully blends its traditional character with sleek, modern upgrades. Given 4.3 stars out of 696 reviews Photo: Google
3. The Greendale Oak
41 Norfolk St, Worksop S80 1LE: A proper, traditional town pub that feels like a hidden gem. Locals love it for its quaint, old-school feel and exceptionally friendly hospitality. It received 4.5 stars out of 71 Google reviews Photo: Google
4. White Swan
High St, Blyth, Worksop S81 8EQ: This historic family-run pub is over 300 years old. It features original stone floors, dark timber beams, and a roaring log fire that provides the ultimate winter atmosphere. Rated 4.5 stars out of 597 reviews Photo: Google