Derby QUAD

You'll find this smart bar tucked inside Derby's premier arts centre, right in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter on Market Place. It's the kind of place where you can grab a pint before catching an independent film, or settle in for proper cocktails while discussing the latest exhibition. The space feels appropriately cultural – modern and minimalist without being sterile, with floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto the bustle of Market Place. What sets QUAD's bar apart from other arts venue watering holes is that they actually know what they're doing behind the stick. The cocktail menu changes seasonally and features creative serves alongside the classics, while the beer selection champions local breweries alongside more familiar names. It's equally comfortable whether you're meeting friends for pre-theatre drinks or working through a bottle of wine on a lazy Sunday afternoon.