The Chequers Inn

About The Chequers Inn

At the heart of Elston village on Toad Lane, The Chequers Inn combines the feel of a proper local with the appeal of a destination dining pub. Dating back to the 19th century, the former coaching inn has long been part of village life, with a series of characterful spaces that include a lounge, bar and restaurant areas suited to everything from a quiet pint to a leisurely meal. Menus mix pub classics with more contemporary seasonal dishes and well-supported Sunday lunches, all served in relaxed surroundings with families, walkers and dogs all welcome. Tucked away in the Nottinghamshire countryside but only a short drive from Newark, it balances rural charm with an easy-going, unfussy approach to hospitality.