Top Pub Quiz Nights in Derby – Weekly Trivia Guide

1. The Greyhound Pub Quiz

1. Location: 75–76 Friar Gate, Derby, DE1 1FN
2. When: Mondays at 8 pm
3. Entry: £1 per person
4. Prize: Gallon of ale or a surprise tin
5. Why Go: A classic pub in a stunning restored 18th-century building. A popular, lively quiz with creative questions.

2. Bustler Market Quiz Night

1. Location: Chocolate Factory, John Street, Derby, DE1 2QD
2. When: Thursdays at 7:30 pm (doors open from 5 pm)
3. Entry: £5 per team (up to 6 people)
4. Prize: Freedom vouchers for winners and runners-up
5. Why Go: Great for larger groups. Smartphone-based, fast-paced, and held in a vibrant venue.

3. Ye Olde Dolphin Inne

1. Location: Queen Street, Derby, DE1 3DL
2. When: Sundays at 9 pm
3. Entry: Free
4. Prize: A gallon of beer
5. Why Go: England’s oldest licensed pub, dating back to 1580. A 40-question quiz with a picture round and complimentary snacks.

4. The Markeaton

1. Location: Kedleston Road, Derby, DE22 2TF
2. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 pm
3. Entry: Free
4. Prize: Cash prizes
5. Why Go: Two nights a week of fun with cash and bingo prizes. Friendly regulars and a relaxed pub atmosphere.

5. The Blessington Carriage

1. Location: Chapel Street, Derby, DE1 3GU
2. When: Wednesdays from 9 pm
3. Entry: Free
4. Prize: £50 bar voucher, plus occasional extras
5. Why Go: A welcoming spot near the city centre with food and drink available. Great for students and locals alike.

6. The Old Bell Hotel

1. Location: Tavern Bar, The Old Bell Hotel, 51 Sadler Gate, Derby DE1 3NQ
2. When: Every Sunday, 19:00–21:00
3. Team size: Maximum 6 people per team
4. Entry: £1 per person
5. Why Go: Cosy, social, lightly competitive quiz fun with general knowledge and specialty round.

Bonus: Quiz Nights Just Outside Derby

The Masons Arms – Mickleover

1. Location: 1 Etwall Road, Mickleover, DE3 0DL
2. When: Sundays at 8:30 pm
3. Entry: 50p per person
4. Prize: Cash prizes ranging from £5 to £20
5. Why Go: Classic community pub with a solid quiz following and a low entry fee.

King’s Corner – Oakwood

1. Location: Oakwood, Derby, DE21 4RF
2. When: Tuesdays at 8:30 pm
3. Entry: Free
4. Prize: £25 bar tab
5. Why Go: Popular with families and locals. Easy-going atmosphere and a decent prize for a free event.

Why Derby Has a Great Pub Quiz Scene

1. Historic venues: From timber-framed pubs to converted factories, the settings are as varied as the questions.
2. Something every night: Whether it's Monday or Sunday, there’s a quiz happening somewhere.
3. Affordable entertainment: Most quizzes are free or under £1 to enter, with prizes worth the effort.

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