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Dine on delicious food and drinks in the comfort of our pub beer garden at The Blue Jay in Derby. With space for you to enjoy snacks, meals, sides and more, why not gather your loved ones and enjoy the sun together in the great outdoors!

Welcome to The Blue Jay pub—a great place for the family to eat out in Derby. We serve a popular menu of real pub food, and our famous traditional carvery is available daily. There’s a great range of cask ales, good wines, and cool draught beers to go with the food, plus a wide selection of soft drinks, teas, and coffees. Our friendly pub has a fantastic family atmosphere and is the perfect place to enjoy a drink or a meal with friends or family.

You’ll feel right at home when you stay with us at The Blue Jay in Derby. Whether it’s for a quick stop over for a business trip, a weekend away with friends or a break with the family, The Blue Jay is the perfect place to relax and refuel. So, whatever your visit entails, we’ll make your stay with us is as comfortable as possible. Plus, when you book direct, you’re guaranteed the best rates for your stay!

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Whatever the occasion, whatever you fancy, we’ve got it covered. From pub classics, to lighter bites and delicious desserts, there&#8217;s something for everyone.

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Come and enjoy drinks and delicious food with your furry friend at your side. Our beloved pets go everywhere with us, which is why we’re happy to welcome them into the bar area at The Blue Jay.

Your local dog friendly pub in Derby

Enjoy the best part of the end of the week with the team at The Blue Jay and treat yourself to something delicious from our great Sunday roast menu.

Sunday lunch at The Blue Jay

Whether you stand at the bar for a chat or prefer settling into a comfy chair with a pint, you’ll find everything you need at The Blue Jay in Derby.

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Say goodbye to queues and hello to seamless ordering from the comfort of your seat. Whether you&#8217;re soaking up the sunshine in our garden, keeping an eye on the little ones, or enjoying catching up with friends, <a href="https://order.marstonspubs.co.uk/bluejay">Order &amp; Pay</a> ensures you never miss a moment.
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Re-order your food and drinks quickly and easily: Re-ordering your favourite meals and drinks is now faster than ever! Simply select, tap, and enjoy!​​
Expanded Payment Options: Enjoy the convenience of Apple Pay, alongside our existing payment methods, for a swift and secure checkout.​
Effortless Voucher Redemption: Quickly and easily apply voucher codes at checkout, so you can enjoy your promotions without any hassle.​
Stay in the Moment: Skip the queues and spend more time chatting with friends and family, while we take care of your order. Relax and let us bring your order to you.​
Garden Friendly: No need to leave your seat in the garden, sit back, relax and enjoy the sunshine.
<h3><a href="https://order.marstonspubs.co.uk/bluejay">Please click here to use Order &amp; Pay</a> or use the QR on your table in pub!</h3>

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Take on the Win a Wedge Challenge with our new and improved Order and Pay, Scan, Order and Play at The Blue Jay today.
Our new and improved Order and Pay makes ordering from the comfort of your seat quicker and easier than ever, and every time* you use Order &amp; Pay; you’ll get to play Trivial Pursuit Win a Wedge.
Put your knowledge to the test and enjoy great food and drink at The Blue Jay in Derby. Complete the pie for instant rewards and be in with the chance to win Thousands of prizes and fantastic offers!
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Scan the QR code at table in pub or <a href="https://order.marstonspubs.co.uk/bluejay">click here</a>
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