5 pub quiz nights in Derby you don't want to miss - including one with an Austin Powers lookalike

Quizzes are timeless and can be a great activity for all seasons.

However, there is something about enjoying a quiz on a cold autumn night that makes it even more enjoyable.

Perhaps it’s the act of hunkering down in a cosy pub, surrounded by friends as you pit your wits against some of them, and sinking that victory pint when you win, that makes a quiz so much fun.

There are plenty of quiz nights in Derby, here is our round-up of some of the best.

If we’ve missed a quiz night off the list please email [email protected] and we’ll take a look.

Mr Grundy’s

Groovy Events is hosted at Mr Grundy’s Tavern and Brewery.

The quiz host is an Austin Powers lookalike, to make the evening even more groovy.

Using your brain cells is hungry work, so tuck into authentic Italian treats from Pizza Pony.

Address: 32-34 Ashbourne Road, Derby DE22 3AD

Night: Thursday

Time: 7.30pm

Cost of entry: £1 per person, maximum number per team is six people.

There is a cash prize every week.

Mason’s Arms

This quaint village pub has undergone a recent refurbishment and is a busy pub packed with locals from Micklelover and fans of real ale from further afield.

Address: 1 Etwall Road, Mickleover, Derby DE3 0DL

Night: Pub quiz nights are held twice a week on Thursday and Sunday

Time: Thursday 8.30pm, Sunday 5pm

Cost of entry: £1 per person.

Prizes include a variety of wine and snacks.

The Greyhound

A traditional smokehouse serving slow-cooked brisket and more means you can enjoy a hearty supper at this high-beamed traditional pub, before joining the quiz.

Address: 75-76 Friar Gate, Derby DE1 1FN

Night: Monday

Time: 8pm

Cost of entry: £1 per person, maximum number per team is six people.

Prizes include £30 credit on the Derby Brewing app.

The Markeaton Pub

This pub near Derby University is student-friendly and attracts a diverse crowd.

Address: Kedleston Road, Derby DE22 2TF

Night: Pub quiz nights are held twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday.

Time: Tuesday at 8.30pm and Thursday at 9.30pm.

Cost of entry: £1 per person.

Prizes include gift cards redeemable at the pub.

Hollybrook Pub

This warm and inviting pub boasts a roaring fire and meal deals to really make it worth your while to visit.

Address: Hollybrook Way, Rykneld Road, Derby DE23 3TZ

Night: Pub quiz nights are held twice a week on Monday and Wednesday.

Time: 9pm

Cost of entry: £1 per person.

Prizes include £15 gift cards redeemable at Ember Inn pubs.