The Dragon

The Dragon The Dragon, is a 150 year old pub with character, charm and a warm welcome! Situated in the heart of Willington village, backing on to the Trent and Mersey
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Situated in the heart of Willington village, backing on to the Trent and Mersey canal. It has recently been sympathetically extended, renovated and restored with the introduction of a new 70 seater restaurant, courtyard and dedicated bar area to compliment our fabulous beer garden, on the edge of the canal. There is nowhere quite like The Dragon on a sunny afternoon … we are the area’s favourite d

estination for diners, drinkers, walkers and boaters alike. We serve a superb selection of classic and contemporary dishes throughout the day. Bookings are advised for evenings and weekends but there is plenty of room and plenty of parking with a FREE public car park right next door! There is always plenty to see and do at the dragon including featured dining nights, themed evenings and community events…

☀️ With a 10-day heatwave forecast, there’s never been a better time to book a stay with us.Many of our bedrooms are equ...
07/07/2026

☀️ With a 10-day heatwave forecast, there’s never been a better time to book a stay with us.

Many of our bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning, so after a day exploring Derbyshire, enjoying the sunshine, or dining with us, you can retreat to a cool, comfortable room and enjoy a great night’s sleep.

Availability is limited, so if you’re planning a summer getaway, we’d recommend booking sooner rather than later.

Book your stay via the link in our bio or through our website.

Air-conditioned rooms are subject to availability.

Champagne breakfast, anyone? 🥂A huge congratulations to David and Ruth, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary wi...
07/07/2026

Champagne breakfast, anyone? 🥂

A huge congratulations to David and Ruth, who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with us yesterday!

What better way to mark such an incredible milestone than with a Champagne Breakfast and plenty of bubbles.

Thank you for choosing to celebrate such a special occasion with us. Here’s to 50 wonderful years together, and many more to come! 🥂✨

If you’re celebrating a special occasion of your own, we’d love to help make it one to remember.

Nothing makes us happier than hearing feedback like this 💚We love creating somewhere people can celebrate life’s special...
06/07/2026

Nothing makes us happier than hearing feedback like this 💚

We love creating somewhere people can celebrate life’s special moments, whether it’s a birthday lunch, a family catch-up or just an excuse to enjoy great food together.

A huge thank you to Emma for your lovely review. Knowing our team helped make your mother-in-law’s birthday extra special means the world to us.

If you’ve not visited us yet, come and see why so many people love spending sunny afternoons by the canal with delicious food, friendly service and a relaxed atmosphere.

We can’t wait to welcome you soon. 🍴☀️💚

Don’t forget our outside menu is available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Think easy afternoons, a drink in hand, and...
04/07/2026

Don’t forget our outside menu is available every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Think easy afternoons, a drink in hand, and proper good food — perfect for grazing, sharing, or keeping all to yourself.

🍟 Loaded Fries — from double cheese to BBQ pulled pork & Nashville hot chicken
🌯 Flatbreads — pulled pork, spicy chicken or mushroom shawarma (with vegan options)
🌭 Hot Dogs — classic, loaded pork, loaded beef or vegan
🧀 Nacho Bowls — simple, spicy or fully loaded with pulled pork

Everything we love about the season at The Dragon — relaxed, full of flavour, and best enjoyed outside with a drink 🍻

Fresh, vibrant and full of flavour. 🥗Our Thai Satay Salad is one of those dishes that feels just right, whatever the wea...
02/07/2026

Fresh, vibrant and full of flavour. 🥗

Our Thai Satay Salad is one of those dishes that feels just right, whatever the weather.

Crisp Asian slaw, crunchy noodles, roast peanuts, fresh coriander and our rich satay dressing come together for the perfect balance of texture and flavour.

Enjoy it just as it is, or make it your own by adding grilled chicken or halloumi for that little extra.

Light enough for lunch, satisfying enough for dinner… this one deserves a spot on your table. 🌿🥜

JULY’S ‘WIN A CASE OF WINE’ 🍷A new month means a new Wine of the Month… and another chance to win a whole case!Our July ...
01/07/2026

JULY’S ‘WIN A CASE OF WINE’ 🍷

A new month means a new Wine of the Month… and another chance to win a whole case!

Our July pick is Martín Códax Albariño from Spain’s beautiful Rías Baixas region – a fresh, vibrant white that’s made for summer sipping. ☀️

Bursting with flavours of citrus, green apple and juicy peach, it has a crisp, refreshing finish with just a hint of coastal minerality. It’s the perfect partner for seafood, salads, light pasta dishes or simply enjoying a chilled glass in the sunshine with friends. 🍋🥂

Now for the good part…

To enter:
• Follow all of our pubs & catering (links below 👇🏼)
• Tag who you’d share this with (each tag = an entry)

The Dragon
The Boot Melbourne
The Boot
The Hart Uttoxeter
Binary Bar & Restaurant
The Bubble At Stenson
The Pantry Event Catering

Simple as that.

The lucky winner will be drawn on Monday 20th July in the evening, with collection from The Dragon. 🍷

Good luck… and start deciding who deserves to share a glass (or two!) with you. ✨

⚽ England are through to the knockout stages… and we’re showing every minute!Join us for Happy Hour from 30 minutes befo...
30/06/2026

⚽ England are through to the knockout stages… and we’re showing every minute!

Join us for Happy Hour from 30 minutes before kick-off until the final whistle of every England game.

🍺 Selected pints from £3.50
🍷 Selected wines from £3.50

📅 Next Match:
🏴 England 🆚 DR Congo
📍 FIFA World Cup Round of 32
🗓️ Wednesday 1st July
⏰ Kick-off: 5:00pm

Available at:
📍 Binary
📍 The Boot Repton
📍 The Dragon Willington
📍 The Boot Melbourne
📍 The Hart Uttoxeter

Grab your mates, get in early, and cheer the Three Lions on with a pint in hand. 🦁🍻

Aperol overlooking the canal today anyone?The weathers a lot more manageable today and perfect for a sit outside while e...
28/06/2026

Aperol overlooking the canal today anyone?
The weathers a lot more manageable today and perfect for a sit outside while enjoying a spritz… ☀️

Beat the heat and enjoy a stay in comfort. ☀️❄️With temperatures so warm, there’s nothing better than stepping into a co...
26/06/2026

Beat the heat and enjoy a stay in comfort. ☀️❄️

With temperatures so warm, there’s nothing better than stepping into a cool, comfortable room after a busy day exploring, working or travelling.

Across a number of our Bespoke Inns pubs, you’ll find air-conditioned bedrooms, so you can enjoy a refreshing night’s sleep no matter what the weather is doing outside.

Whether you’re planning a weekend escape, visiting family, travelling for work or simply fancy a relaxing night away, we’ve got the perfect place to unwind.

If you’re looking for somewhere cool to stay this summer… we’ve got you covered.

Book your stay today and let us take care of the rest. 💙

Address

11 The Green
Willington
DE656BP

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12am
Tuesday 8am - 12am
Wednesday 8am - 12am
Thursday 8am - 12am
Friday 8am - 12am
Saturday 8am - 12am
Sunday 8am - 12am

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