Inns & Pubs of Middle-earth | Tolkien Explained

[@NerdoftheRings]

Which pub of Middle-earth is your favorite?

[@Relics_of_Arda]

The Green Dragon! 🍻

[@bx0xd]

Got to be the Green Dragon

[@geomodelrailroader]

Green Dragon in Lord of the Rings Online always go here to get jobs.

[@greendragonreprised6885]

My moniker derives from the Green Dragon.

[@fingersTitan]

I think I heard that Moria once had the Mornings Bane.. A far better pub over Mordors The Gondorians Neck that Sauron pops in at weekends.

[@valentinkambushev4968]

The prancing pony will always be the most legendary inn in fantasy. It hosted a maia and one of the elvish rings multiple times, the One ring and its bearer, the heir of Isildur, and other important figures.

[@DavidAbell26]

That’s actually crazy to think about lol, never really did until you summed this up

[@andyfullenkamp8032]

*Isildur

[@backwashjoe7864]

Also the only Inn to be attacked by the Ringwraiths.

[@valentinkambushev4968]

@@backwashjoe7864 that's only in the movie. In the book, we never learn who attacked the room (I think). Still might have been them, though.

[@istari0]

@@valentinkambushev4968 Only the Nazgûl were entrusted by Sauron to actually retrieve the One Ring so it is very unlikely any of the other spies in the area knew about it. The Nazgûl would not have entrusted such an attack to anyone else but themselves.

[@awesomehpt8938]

The green dragon is the best pub. The only brew for the brave and true comes from the green dragon.

[@calumzmemez5075]

The green dragon in middle earth? ,or the green dragon down the road from my house?

[@banthaexplosion]

Good one, awesome.

[@SquantoShinyShorts]

only brew for the brave and true

[@greendragonreprised6885]

I wholeheartedly agree.

[@dolandarkxgrandayy6953]

Merry: "PIPPIN!!!"

[@GaryYork-tk2ow]

As a northern man from Yorkshire, the pubs and inns of middle earth remind me of my own local establishments in the local towns and villages. If you've never been to a small Yorkshire pub with the fire in the fireplace, and a plate of roast lamb and vegetables, along with a pint of good Yorkshire beer, you've missed out. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@youcancallmeana]

I know I have missed out, but happy to hear you describe it here.

[@GaryYork-tk2ow]

@@youcancallmeana Try it someday, you'll love it.

[@youcancallmeana]

@@GaryYork-tk2ow It's on my list for sure. I lived in Europe for several years, and it's one of the things I always dreamed of, touring the north of England and Scotland, I've been to London, and that's fine, I like the museums, but I am a county girl. Not sure now that I will get a chance to get back across the Atlantic, but one never knows! Thanks!

[@GaryYork-tk2ow]

@youcancallmeana Northern England is a completely different world from the south, especially London. It's more like what England used to be like years ago. The people are friendlier I think, and the countryside is simply amazing. If you come, take a tour through Yorkshire, its the most beautiful region of the country I think. Although I might be a wee bit biased!

[@AETHL]

I can attest to your statements my friend, I'm a southerner from West Sussex having visited York recently, the nearby villages and pubs definitely host more of a fantastical/traditional vibe which I don't feel for my local pubs

[@teleportedbreadfor3days]

There is always something about pubs and inns that brings or adds so much more life to a fantasy world than anything else, perhaps more so than any other added aspect. People meet and are met, stories are exchanged, information is gained, food is eaten, drinks are drank, songs are sang, adventurers rest and adventures begin.

[@Relics_of_Arda]

I don't think i've ever seen someone make a video on the pubs of Middle-Earth until now. I look forward to watching this later!

[@simontheblind8417]

I'd love to see a fan film chronicling the journey of Bill the Pony back to Bree, perhaps as an intro to Tolkien for modern children.

[@MemphiStig]

brilliant!

[@BlazeRobbinsTV]

I agree

[@matthewjackman8410]

Amazing idea!

[@orfeas8]

very nice idea. Even a book with tales for children could be drawn.

[@PLuMUK54]

The Ivy Bush in Birmingham is only 450 metres from The Oratory, which played an important role in Tolkien's life. 300 metres away is Perrot's Folly, reputed to be one of the towers that influenced Tolkien's Two Towers. The other tower was either the tower like structure at Edgbaston Waterworks, only 0.5 kilometre away or the clock tower at Birmingham University, which is 2 kilometres from the Ivy Bush. I used to see these every working day travelling to and from work.

[@amanzeihedioha]

A video about the happening places of a fantasy world that isn't about cursed places, battlefields, or capitals? YES

[@hans-rudi-der-letzte]

I've never heard of Tolkien's Hobbit expansion. Could you make a video about it? :)

[@mtgemperor]

A proper topic for 1M! Solid choice, NotR! Let's go for 2M!!

[@tjimicole2677]

Sometimes you wanna go Where Underhill is not your name.

[@CreativityandConsciousness]

I'd be curious to see a video about the 1960's expansion of The Hobbit and its differences - this is my first time learning about it and can't seem to find much about it online.

[@AndrewCarlisle11B]

Congrats on 1 million! I feel keeping Pippin away from the pubs. I'm going on 6 years of sobriety and I still have to keep myself from going back.

[@NerdoftheRings]

Stay strong my friend!

[@geog101a4]

Congratulations on your 6th anniversary!

[@AKadir8]

Hell yea! I didn't know I needed such content but I felt so happy for these little ordinary details to be mentioned. Can you also do a video about food of Middle-earth? From Numenor, Valinor to shire and Mordor, I wonder what they ate and drink, what were accepted as delicacy, how the food came to existence during the Song of Creation etc.

[@orfeas8]

brilliant idea!

[@4Frodo]

“There’s only one Dragon in Bywater, and that’s Green.” 🐉🍻

[@noahschneider400]

I’m pleased to see a Tolkien lore channel get past 1M subscribers. It’s not surprising though; this channel is great.

[@i_DONT_get_IT]

I love how thorough you are in flushing out every sort of topic in middle earth. Keep up the good work.

[@jornspirit]

...I don't know where you find all those amazing images, but the Golden Perch felt suddenly very appealing - looking stunning... I would start the day with visiting Farmer Maggot, then taking the Buckleberry Ferry over to Buckland, have a look at the magnificent Brandy Hall, and eventually taking the ferry back and make my way through the approaching dusk just in time before dark to get to the Inn, for sustenance and a bed... if I got the distances right, I might need a pony for this ...not sure if you could drag it onto the ferry, but I could just leave it bound to the jetty, until my return... 😃

[@Ian-Saxon]

I'm always intrigued by the remote pub called the Forsaken inn

[@orfeas8]

One of the most beautiful and warm videos I've seen. Everything related to Hobbits seems so cozy. After watching your other videos on them I'm starting to think they may be my favorite people of Middle Earth.

[@MadamaArwen]

I didn’t even finish to watch the whole video, but I just love the idea of a video dedicated to the pubs of Middle-earth! 😍 Especially as it's one 1:00 am in my time zone and I just came back from a pub 😅 Thank you for your amazing content, I am so happy every time I see a new video of yours being released! You deserve the 1M subscribers!

[@stardust949]

I've always wondered about Rivendell also being referred to as "The last homely house"....? Hospitality in the wild. Not a pub or inn---but a refuge.

[@robertcoplin2830]

Congratulations on reaching 1M. Very good hearing about the inns. Something I only noticed in passing.

[@marcb3097]

Thanks Matt! This is such a relaxing and soothing release. Much appreciated!

[@NerdoftheRings]

Thanks so much! And thank you for the Super!!

[@littlejonathorn6860]

Prancing Pony? YES!!! Cool video.

[@hodor6159]

The Forsaken Inn sounds delightful.

[@66rollincoal]

Million subs heck ya brother! May you receive another million.

[@logansfury]

Congratulations on your 1 million subscriber milestone! I'm happy to be one of your subscribers. Your content is always a fun and interesting watch to spend time on, and I appreciate you keeping alive the interest and appreciation for the works of Professor Tolkien.

[@akjohn31]

One of my favorite topics hands down. Give me a pint at these places all day everyday

[@orfeas8]

After watching this I love Tolkien's works even more and I'd love to hang up there in those inns with a cozy company.

[@Jayjay-qe6um]

According to research conducted by a branch of the Tolkien Society, the Bell Inn in Moreton-in-Marsh was the source of inspiration when Tolkien created the Prancing Pony, since the former also has three storeys and an "entrance via a courtyard, and Moreton's similarities to the town of Bree".

[@MemphiStig]

Congrats on 1M! I had no idea there were so many pubs mentioned in LOTR. Of course, I've only read it a few times, and there's just so much to process.

[@chompythebeast]

I can hardly believe it, a million. Congratulations, friend - this Ol' Toby and this Ale are to you!

[@TheGeneralGrievous19]

Thinking about inns, pubs or taverns in LotR or other fantasy worlds always gives me a warm feeling inside. A rest after an adventure. Congrats on 1 million subs once again! 🎉 Cheers! 🍯🍻

[@valentinkambushev4968]

The dim light, the smoke in the air, the smell of many delicious meals and drinks, the plethora of chats and laughters, the sight of many fantastic races from distant lands. Just the thought makes me feel warm and cozy.

[@cheelerocheeler5879]

The green dragon at the Hobbiton Movie Set in Matamata New Zealand is AMAZINGly well done. Highly recommend for any LotR fan.

[@fingersTitan]

I can't believe I wasn't well for the live stream. I'm seriously gutted not to share that moment with you and the rest of the amazing community. Congrats again Matt. You deserve this. I remember a comment I made well over a year ago.. "We don't just subscribe for the Tolkien content but also because of the person talking about Tolkien." We invest just as much time to yourself Matt as we do to the content matter.. You are a good person and that is why you have hit the 1 mill subs. NOW ON TO 2 MILLION !!!!

[@liamfishwick2943]

My favorite inn is from the 1st ed of the newer RPG "The One Ring." The version was written by cubicle 7. It'd called the Easterly Inn, it's closest to the elven gate of Murkwood.

[@HousefulOfBlessings]

I just finished Lord of the Rings today, and this is the first time I've watched one of your videos in over a month. Congrats on 1 million subscribers!

[@thecannygranny6227]

Man I love the feeling of the pubs in middle earth, maybe the way Tolkien describes them. I just feel like spending hours there just sitting and chatting with strider

[@orfeas8]

having all that fun with Hobbits and Dwarves and Men all in one place!

[@HighKingoftheElves]

Congrats Nerd of the Rings for the 1 million subscribers! Well deserved

[@woodearthdvd]

The lore video I never knew I needed.

[@orfeas8]

truly! Actually anything related to Hobbits feels so cozy and beautiful. After watching two other videos on this channel on Hobbits and their pipeweeds, I'm starting to think that they are probably my most favorite people of Middle Earth.

[@rainwolfj]

I love that you're between inns.. are you the ruined treasure or the lost nothing? Only time will tell, but your soul knows now... How much of you is unknown an unseen? Surely not the best, but good luck on finding worth again, you're so close!

[@jaimy_games]

What a nice and heartwarming video. Thank you. Green Dragon will always be my favorite.

[@zdbarnett]

Congratulations on reaching one million subscribers! You are my absolute favorite and most-trusted channel for all things Tolkien. Keep up the most excellent work, here's raising a pint to you! (Yes, it comes in pints!)

[@baystated]

I'm surprised there wasn't a settlement where the East-West Road crossed the Anduin River, even if that settlement didn't last the tests of time. CONGRATS on your subscriber milestone!

[@Pizzatime42008]

The floating log… I can’t stop smirking at this

[@loganw1232]

Did expect this, but glad you did it!

[@punkrockdaisies8985]

I used to walk past The Ivy Bush every day to and from school and had no idea !!

[@jonaswilmart3326]

A million subs more than deserved ! Thank you for all those amazing videos.

[@reesetorwad8346]

Holy molé, a million subs, congrats! And another cool, cozy vid with gorgeous art choices as well. BUUUUT...something I only learned a few years ago is that although on paper a tavern/inn (or inn/tavern) sounds great, that concept is NOT based on historical reality, which has them separated like 90% of the time for a simple reason: When somebody is trying to sleep (night OR day), they're not trying to hear a bunch of gdmf noise, that's just gonna force them to buckle on their weapons, come downstairs and DEAL WITH IT.

[@youcancallmeana]

That was fun. I have always imagined that the "tree men" mentioned that night in the Green Dragon were probably the lost Ent Wives. As a suggestion, would you might do a bit on Bag End itself? I have always been fascinated by what that would look like.

[@noobie1890]

I’m on of those people who’s trying to find the perfect beer to pair with a marathon or viewing of the movies. So far, Samuel Smiths is the best I can get my hands on. The lager is my favorite, but the nut brown ale and organic pale ale are the two that seem the most fitting.

[@gerrimilner9448]

there is a real life greed dragon pub in the new forrest hampshire england. it is the most importaint pub in the region, as it holds the brands and records for the livestock losed on the forrest. hampshires obsession with mushrooms, a double portion or more is normal

[@tractor6954]

Congrats on the 1 million subs Matt! I remember when you just had some 90 thousand subscribers and am happy to see your hard work be appreciated by a number of people it deserves.

[@oliverwoodcock5307]

Congratulations on hitting 1 million subscribers dude 👏 🥳 🫡 Long live the stories of Tolkien!

[@davidsancheztost953]

Magnífico vídeo, no me arrepiento de haberme suscrito a éste magnífico canal, sobre el tema Tolkien y toda la fantasía del Señor de los Anillos 👏👏👏👏👏👏🤗👍

[@joestar99]

Congrats bro, I've always enjoyed your channel and discussion of all things Tolkien.

[@fostersstubbyasmr9557]

Always wanted to visit one

[@galactica0433]

In the MMORPG Lord of The Rings Online, you can visit all of these Inns and taverns. Barliman Butterbur in The Prancing Pony has a few quest for you, and Strider is lurking in the back. The Forsaken Inn in The Lone Lands hasa proprieter named Anlaf. You can even do a pub crawl around The Shire visiting all of the towns as you go.

[@guyontheinternet-r2f]

Thanks for posting this i was just heading to middle earth and needed to know where to stop :)

[@nicolasrea2185]

Congratulations, love the channel

[@Do_Odles]

Would've also made a great St. Paddys day video! Love the channel, been following for a few years now and I'm glad you hit 1M, you deserve it!

[@leahlemieux]

Beautifully narrated and illustrated! Thank you for this video--so relaxing and enjoyable! 💚

[@InhabitantOfOddworld]

A very useful video. I've been GM'ing adventures in The One Ring, and knowing about other inns than just The Green Dragon, The Ivy Bush, and The Prancing Pony will be useful for the players' downtime and rumour mill

[@tcgtonysamazingpulls]

Love it! Man, sharkey and his ruffians were the worst!

[@Mrphilipjcook]

Congratulations on the milestone. It must be a great pleasure to see your hard work pay off.

[@brianfpp540]

I love the artwork and images you use in your posts, some of the more detailed pencil drawings are really superb..

[@elcookiemonsteru]

Congrats for 1M, you deserve it!

[@erikbender1967]

Congrats on your 1M subs. Keep up the good work!!! And Go AVS!!!

[@GenuinelyCurious120]

"You can have your fancy ails! You can drink them by the flag on! But the only brew for the brave and true!!!" You finish it 😊

[@jaythor70]

ales, not ails (illnesses or pains)

[@jeremymatthies726]

Congrats on hitting the 1M milestone.

[@kenycapangpangan5537]

That is really amusing and at the same educative... I had always depicted Bree the way the movies did before I read the book myself; but when I took a seat and read the book, I realized Bree was not an ideal type of a pub/inn as there were spies hovering around the area, you know HAHA ... I think if I had to choose between Bree and Green Dragon, I would choose the person who has just got his one million-and-counting subscribers a few days back... Again, congrats on your milestone!

[@JamesL-cb7vm]

I love the prancing pony

[@Bishopbosco]

Congrats on 1 Million!

[@jeremygard]

Fantastic effort. Congratulations on the 1M. A win for the world of men! Also, love this video. Thanks for the artwork links. Beautiful images. Thoroughly enjoyed watching this. Thank you.

[@chris-hz2wd]

The good vs evil of fantasy is always such a pull but in like most universes I find myself wanting to spend my time with the common folk, a have a blue milk at the cantina in Star Wars, a butterbeer at the three broomsticks but most of all visit my friends in the shire and share tales at the green dragon over a beer ❤

[@jandeman394]

GRATZ on the milestone, love your content!

[@MarkMaber]

Such a minor point but shows the richness of JRRT' s work

[@federicaesu8580]

I’d like to make a party at The Prancing Pony to celebrate with you one million subscribers. Congratulations!

[@hamstar86]

Congratulations on getting one million subscribers 🎉

[@jamesvarner3411]

If you can find a way to go do the Hobbiton Dinner experience in New Zealand (Last tour of the day with a Hobbit Feast at the Green Dragon after), you GOTTA go. We had so much fun.

[@Rick_King]

Very interesting video! Do the Hobbits ever drink spirits? I know they love their beer and wine, but no mention is made, I don't believe, of anything stronger.

[@goblincavecrafting]

Huge congratulations on the well-deserved milestone. It’s always a joy to watch your well-researched and wonderfully-presented videos. Thank you for sharing your efforts with all of us, and here’s to many more!

[@ColoradoShirePiper]

Hey man love your channel you are truly worthy to wield Narsil keep it going my brother

[@kirandeepchakraborty7921]

Congratulations on 1M ❤ Keep those videos coming

[@breakingrowesbud]

Great idea! Always excellent content.

[@jnrjnr77]

MASSIVE MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS ON THE MILLION SUBS!!! thoroughly deserved for all your amazing content...I can speak for all us Tolkien fans throughout our Middle Earth in saying Cheers 🍻

[@valentinkambushev4968]

🍺

[@br.j9145]

1 million - congrats - it's be great watching!! Very informative and enjoyable. Next milestone? 1 million videos!!!

[@MarleneSB]

Congratulations, on 1M! Well earned.

[@kdmurray]

Congratulations on 1M! 🎉

[@cpm4317]

So where in the world do we find today lovely and cozy inns with a good beer culture? I would love to live in the shire! 😊

[@Flyboy245]

That’s a fun delve into a more niche aspect of the world

[@jamestrevathan2729]

Man I enjoy every video on your channel and appreciate the time you put in to them. Great job. Could you cover the stone giants in the Hobbit?

[@WookieeFPS]

Awesome seeing your channel grow. Best LOTR content and educated me a lot on the lore without me reading the books. Feels like only yesterday you were around 200k when I subscribed. Keep it up!!

[@DaBIONICLEFan]

I would still recommend you read the books though.

[@lau03143]

Would love to have a beer in these pubs!

[@GreyhawkGrognard]

That first one sounds like "Ratskeller", which is the German word for a bar in a cellar. Neat connection.

[@JoshFryer]

Congrats on 1 million subs!!!

[@Colin13ify]

Congratulations on 1million! You do great work!

[@richardgray5471]

The Green Dragon is a pun on the River Cam that Tolkien often visited (according to the Pub 😀 ) It has a great Pub garden right next to the river.

[@TheSilkSatinSultan]

Cheers #nerdoftherings 🍻‼one of my favorite subscriptions to my favorite author of all time!

[@TheSilkSatinSultan]

"You can have your fancy ales. You can drink them by the flagon, but the only ale for the brave and truuuuue..... COMES FROM THE GREEN DRAGON‼"🐉🎶