The Orange Tree Group: laid back bars, great food and the very best cocktails.
The Orange Tree Group is an independent pub group established in 1995 with a mission to create the best pub experience. To date it has achieved just that with five of the most popular bars in the East Midlands. Each bar has its own individual character but shares a reputation for quality cocktails, real ales, great seasonal British food, and a relaxed friendly atmosphere.
This bustling city centre pub opened in 1997 and consistently holds onto its "Leicester best bar" status. Best for atmosphere, best for a great selection of cocktails and ales, and best for wholesome modern pub grub.. The pub also has a lovely private courtyard garden and hosts a number of live music events.
Perfectly located close to the station and Leicester University, the Lansdowne is loved for it's award-winning design. The creative British seasonal menu makes this a top spot for a business lunch, whilst he bar is best loved for its wide range of quality cocktails and award-winning ales, (many of which are local to the area). The bar has private space for hire, perfect for informal gatherings. The outside canopied terrace is great for people watching.
The Orange tree Loughborough is located on Bedford Square and is a favourite destination for art students, and discerning locals. Best for a laid back lunch, wonderful cocktails and real ales. The large secluded garden is great for summer parties. The bar hosts a number of popular live music events, including Glastotree, which is an annual music festival.
The Orange tree, Nottingham on Shakespeare St is one of Nottingham's best bars. Located close to the Victoria Shopping Centre and Nottingham Trent Campus. The Orange tree pub is a favourite with the business crowd and art students. A wonderful modern British seasonal menu makes this bar the perfect place for a business lunch and Sunday lunches are arguably the best in town. The bar offers an extensive cocktail menu and is Nottingham's first rum bar with over 30 different rums from around the world. You can hire space at the Orange tree for free and being located just seconds away from Nottingham's Registry Office, it is the perfect choice for a wedding party with a great selection of sit down or buffet options to suit all budgets.
The Obar, Braunstone Gate, close to De Montfort University, is perhaps "The coolest bar, in Leicester's coolest area". Popular with the local art crowd, the Obar with its quirky, funky décor and extensive range of cocktails, is the best place for a late night drink (open until 2am everyday). The Obar also hosts regular live music nights and you can hire its cosy upstairs space for free - perfect for private parties, meetings, film screenings or just a jamming session.
The Basement is Leicester's alternative late bar & club. Located in Wellington St, in the basement of an old Victorian hosiery factory, the industrial brick and cast iron structures have been restored to their former glory and retro touches like; 1940s oak paneling, vintage light fittings, antiqued mirrors, 60s neon's and luxe velvets added to dramatic effect. Expect an eclectic mix of live music and DJs, mixing up classic and fresh tunes on the indie side; from soul, funk and motown to electro, hip hop and reggae. Cocktails are a real specialty here, mixed to perfection, just as they should be. The Basement is open Tues - Sat from 8pm until the early hours. Free entry and drinks offers are available at selected times. Also available for private hire.
If you love the Orange tree bar experience you can hire its professional team to create the perfect party atmosphere at your event. From Festivals to private celebrations, weddings and everything in between, the team will work with you to create a memorable party.