The Five Lamps in Derby is buzzing after being voted Derbyshire’s best pub in a recent poll.
The Holly Bush Inn came in second. They received 793 votes. The Five Lamps was once St Helen’s Inn. Jon and Jess now manage it. They value great service plus diverse ales.
The pair works for Brown Ales Pub Company. The company runs the pub with Everard’s Brewery. They feel lucky to be part of Derby’s pub scene. Jess, age 33, said they are excited; it means a lot to them.
Knowing customers like the pub is good. Being recognized for hard work is also nice. Jess and Jon took over in 2022. Graham and Janette Browett retired then. They were the prior owners.
The Browetts had a strong reputation. They earned Derby Camra’s Pub of the Year in 2015. Graham and Janette made a great plan. Jon and Jess built upon it. They kept up the beer quality.
Jess says they aim to offer variety. They have traditional and modern beers. Both cask and keg options exist. These include gluten-free and vegan choices. They also have ciders by pump or bottle.
They offer many gins, rums, and wines. Soft drinks provide other options to customers. The pair also provides great customer service. Their team keeps the bar running well. The team cares for the cellar too.
A cozy atmosphere is present at the pub. Jess believes it all adds up, and customers seem to really enjoy it there. Derby’s pub scene is great, Jess feels. Derby is known for good beer. The pair feels lucky to join it.
The pub has a good rating on Google. It scores 4.4/5 stars from 830 reviews. The pub has not seen a rating below five stars lately. One reviewer enjoyed Friday afternoon drinks. He liked the friendly pub’s atmosphere.
Another reviewer said it was a lovely place. It was full of beer fans and well-kept ales. It has a good vibe with an outdoor area. Jess and Jon are professional and lovely, and they know their trade well, the reviewer noted.