The Jolly Brewer
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The Jolly Brewer

A proper old-school boozer on Broadgate where locals gather for real ales and no-nonsense chat.

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Walk into The Jolly Brewer and you're stepping into Lincoln's pub DNA. Broadgate's got plenty of drinking spots, but this one feels genuinely lived-in—the kind of place where regulars have their spots and the landlord knows what you're having before you order. You'll find solid ales on tap, the sort of honest pub food that doesn't pretend to be anything it's not, and conversation that actually matters. It's got that warm, slightly worn-in quality that makes you want to stay longer than you planned, whether you're catching a match or just escaping the cathedral crowds nearby.

Known for

  • Proper real ales and craft beers
  • No-frills, straightforward pub atmosphere
  • Central Broadgate location near the cathedral
  • Strong local crowd and community feel
  • Reliable pub food and snacks

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The Jolly Brewer
The Jolly Brewer
The Jolly Brewer
4.4(633 reviews)
26 Broadgate, Lincoln LN2 5AE, UK