The Market Pub

You'll find yourself in the heart of Chesterfield's town centre action on New Square, where The Market Pub holds court as the sort of establishment that's been pulling pints for locals and visitors alike for years. It's got that warm, unpretentious feel—wood-panelled walls, the hum of conversation, the occasional burst of laughter from the bar—that makes you want to stick around longer than you planned. The crowd's mixed: post-work suits rubbing shoulders with regular faces who've claimed their favourite stools, families stopping by for a bite before heading into town. The food's respectable pub fare done properly, nothing fancy but nothing disappointing either, and the drinks list won't let you down whether you're after a crisp lager or something with a bit more character.