# The Dozing Duck, Newark — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Dozing Duck — Pub in Newark with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 3.8/5 from 72 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/newark-on-trent/restaurants/the-dozing-duck (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub # The Dozing Duck Rufford, Newark On Trent [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1559371666317373488&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [The Dozing Duck](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/100765056345750398911) **In short:** The Dozing Duck is a pub in Newark-on-Trent, rated 3.8 out of 5 from 72 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Dozing Duck The Dozing Duck is located within Sherwood Holiday Village near Rufford, between Newark and Mansfield. The pub holds a five-star food hygiene rating and welcomes children and groups, with a dedicated kids' play area. Bookings are accepted. The menu includes vegetarian options alongside other dishes. Some visitors have found prices high relative to portion size, and service can be slow during busy periods. ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM People say this pub offers delicious food, including a great vegetarian breakfast, has a relaxed atmosphere, and features a good kids' play area. Other reviews mention the food can be overpriced and the service can be slow. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 3.8 / 5 (72 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Newark-on-Trent Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1763710). [More restaurants in Newark-on-Trent](https://staycation.co.uk/newark-on-trent/restaurants) ★ 3.8 (72 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £20 – £30 ### Quick Facts **Destination** Newark-on-Trent ### 🏨 Places to stay near Newark-on-Trent Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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