Pub in Shepherds Bush
Defector's Weld
170 Uxbridge Road, Shepherds Bush, W12 8AAClosest station: Shepherd's Bush Market, about 3 min walk4.1out of 5 on Google, from 2,038 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Defector's Weld
Comfortable, renovated boozer with stripped floors, retro lampshades and elegant upstairs snug bar.
On the corner of Wood Lane and Uxbridge Road. The unusual pub name is thought to be derived from the fact that one of the "Cambridge five" Cold War spies worked nearby at the BBC and 'weld' is a joint/joining i.e. a coming together. Bought by Young's in 2014, the pub was last refurbished in late 2023 and now has an attractive glass-roofed courtyard.
On the ground floor is the large horseshoe-shaped main bar and a mix of banquettes, table and chairs. An upstairs room with a bar is available for hire. DJs play music Friday & Saturday evenings.
Up to three cask ales available, and a wide food menu includes vegetarian and vegan dishes and Sunday roasts.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Real Fire
- Sports TV: Some events such as Six Nations shown via projector
- Family Friendly
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Function Room
- Events: DJs - see venue website
- Disabled Access
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Lined Glasses
- Smoking
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Young's
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 8749 0008
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.1out of 5 on Google, from 2,038 ratings
5 out of 5Sharon Nealeon Google, July 2024
The transformation of this place since reopening earlier this year has been a complete regeneration of life. It has an inviting outdoor garden, spacious and inviting dining and bar area, and the staff overall are friendly and attentive. The quality of the food is amazing, with good portions at fair prices, a complete change from the pre renovation offerings for those who had been before. I'm glad I went for the Sunday roast and experienced the change to this pub and will certainly be returning.
5 out of 5Kathleen Salazaron Google, July 2024
Beautiful pub!! Loved this place! The food was yummy and our bartender Sam was amazing!! So friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this lovely pub and I hope you get to meet Sam too!
5 out of 5Aleksandra Judinaon Google, March 2024
Visited the place last Thursday. The place was empty at 4pm so had a chance to occupy large table for an event with the colleagues. The place serves nice passion fruit martini, though without Prosecco. But this minor inconvenience was resolved by ordering Prosecco glass on a side The food was amazing, we only had starters and shared plates, but it was so good I did not get a chance to take photo of shared plates before they were finished !
5 out of 5Eleonora Cuginion Google, April 2024
We came here for Sunday Roast and we were super happy! Everything was perfect: food absolutely amazing (from the appetizer to the main, to the dessert), service impeccable and everything was extremely clean! We can’t wait to try the rest of the menu, we will be definitely coming back!
5 out of 5C Lon Google, July 2024
This is my fav go to place whenever I’m near Westfield. I love the atmosphere there. I was served by Savanna this time round. She gave me great recommendation for the drinks! Great service by her
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.