The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham

The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham

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An independent pub in the heart of the city. Serving real ales ( Camra discount) and real pub food.

We have two outdoor areas, canal side, where you can sit and watch the world and it’s barges go by; and our court yard, which is partially covered just in case we get a bit of rain.

07/06/2026

🚨 VAT IS THE PROBLEM 🚨

The UK hospitality industry is under more pressure than ever.

We’re facing rising costs across the board — increased business rates, higher National Insurance contributions, rising wage costs, and a hospitality VAT rate of 20%, one of the highest in Europe. Most of our European competitors benefit from significantly lower hospitality VAT rates, helping them invest, grow and remain competitive.

Hospitality is the heart of our communities. It creates jobs, supports local economies, and brings people together. We’re proud to contribute to this country, but the playing field needs to be fair.

That’s why we’re supporting the campaign to reduce hospitality VAT to 10%.

Please take a moment to sign the petition and help protect pubs, restaurants, cafés, hotels and hospitality businesses across the UK.

👉 Sign here: https://www.vatstheproblem.co.uk

And please share this post to help spread the message. Every signature counts.

Photos from The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham's post 07/06/2026

It’s Tuesday Night Blues Time

Photos from The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham's post 23/05/2026

Everyone knows we have the Canal Side, but not everyone knows we have the Court Yard.
What’s it going to be sunshine or shade, we have something for everyone🌞😍🌞

Photos from The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham's post 30/04/2026

Sunshine
Football
Food
Beer
What more can I say ⚽️⚽️🌞🌞🍻🍻

Photos from The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham's post 08/03/2026

Dog of the Day is 5 month old Rogue, who’s very happy to address the bar 🐕🐕‍🦺🐩

Beer of the day is All 3 of Timothy Taylor’s ales, which are always on the bar at the Navigation.

Watch this space, to enter our dog of the month competition 🤩

Photos from The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham's post 06/03/2026

Beer of the day, Along side dog of the Day.

A Blond Protagonist meets Bertie, a 5 year old Virgo, who seeks friend ship and tasty treats.

Which one would you prefer to drink with.

Photos from The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham's post 21/02/2026

Tomorrow’s pre match tipple ⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️
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23/01/2026

New Year, new events

🎲 Exciting new venue! 🎲

We’re thrilled to be hosting game nights at our new venue The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham. Every Tuesday 6:30pm.

🍺 Traditional, cosy pub vibes
🍴 Top-quality menu
🍻 Great local beers
🎲 Excellent space for board gaming
📍 Right in the city centre

Photos from The Navigation Inn, Castle Lock, Nottingham's post 10/10/2025

VIP at Castle Lock today, Dunkirk Veteran 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

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6 Wilford Street
Nottingham
NG21AA

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 10:45pm
Tuesday 12pm - 10:45pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10:45pm
Thursday 12pm - 10:45pm
Friday 12pm - 11:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 11:30pm
Sunday 12pm - 11pm