We dug into Google reviews to find the highest-rated spots across Mansfield and Ashfield where the beer is cold, the welcome is warm, and if you’re lucky enough, the log fire is roaring.
From the traditional charm of The Brown Cow in Mansfield to the cosy corners of The Devonshire, these are the ultimate winter pubs to escape the chill.
5. The Forest Lodge
4 Church St, Edwinstowe NG21 9QA: A family-run, 18th-century coaching inn that boasts a roaring open fire—highly rated by visitors as the perfect place to warm up after a freezing walk through the forest. It features award-winning, oak-beamed traditional bar areas serving excellent local real ales alongside classic, comforting home-cooked food. Rated 4.5 stars out of 597 reviews Photo: Google
6. The Devonshire
Rectory Rd, Upper Langwith, Mansfield NG20 9RF: The bar side of this pub features a gorgeous, roaring log fire specifically dressed up for the cosy winter season. It is classed as an upscale yet intimate country pub charm with very welcoming, smiling staff. Rated 4.7 stars out of 2.3K reviews Photo: Google
7. Widecombe Fair
Oak Tree Ln, Mansfield NG18 4LF: Following a complete layout renovation, this pub features a beautifully updated, dedicated log fire seating area to relax next to, whilst boosting a notoriously festive, warm layout with soft lighting during winter. It was rated 4.1 stars out of 1.9K Google reviews Photo: Google
8. The Countryman
Park Ln, Kirkby in Ashfield NG17 9LE: A warm, stylish, and inviting country pub setting without feeling cluttered or overcrowded. Reviewers consistently rave about the radiant log fire that makes the bar side incredibly snug and warm during winter days. It was given 4.6 stars out of 1.6K reviews Photo: Google