Pub in Bromley

Freelands Tavern

31 Freelands Road, Bromley, BR1 3HZ
Closest station: Sundridge Park, about 8 min walk

4.5out of 5 on Google, from 135 ratings

Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.

Freelands Tavern, Bromley

About Freelands Tavern

This 19th C. pub on the corner of Freelands Road and Plymouth Road is a traditional community place with a popular local following and friendly service. The building has a smart maroon and cream painted exterior with an ornate lantern over the main entrance. Named after the former farming estate that once existed, this is located in an area characterized by former artisan cottages and houses from the late Victorian era.

Inside has a central U-shaped bar that serves seating areas on three sides. The bar area is carpeted throughout in maroon with maroon/gold wallpaper and cream coloured lower half of wall plus white ceiling. TV is present in the corner for sports. Note the stained glass panes on the upper parts of the windows. The ornate bar itself is in black décor with mirrored shelving at the back along with a more modern glass shelf above the bar. The former Saloon Bar in the left hand room has a step down to the wooden floor with basic furniture and contemporary works of art hanging on cream walls. Large gilded mirrors are above maroon half-panelling along with original fireplaces. The right hand room has a red décor with original fireplace, with plenty of tables and chairs.

The enclosed patio garden at rear has several table sets, well tended with plants along whitewashed brick walls and a couple of palm trees.

Listed under the CAMRA London Pubs Group (on their London Local Inventory) as having an interior of local historic interest. The pub name is unique within Great Britain.

Instagram page is @freelandstavern

Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide.

Features

  • Dog Friendly
  • Outdoor Seating: Well tended enclosed patio garden
  • Live Music: See Facebook link for details
  • Sports TV
  • Family Friendly
  • Games: Darts board plus board games available on request behind the bar.
  • Serves Food
  • Serves Dinner: Thai food on Tuesdays, Pizza on Fridays
  • Real Ale
  • Events: Quiz and Karaoke evenings
  • Disabled Access: Small step, but the pub has a ramp.: No disabled toilet.
  • WiFi
  • Reservable
  • Good for Groups
  • Newspapers
  • Smoking: Back garden
  • Accepts Credit Cards
  • Accepts Debit Cards
  • Accepts NFC

Opening times

Monday
3:00 – 10:30 PM
Tuesday
3:00 – 10:30 PM
Wednesday
3:00 – 10:30 PM
Thursday
3:00 – 10:30 PM
Friday
3:00 – 10:30 PM
Saturday
2:00 – 10:30 PM
Sunday
12:00 – 10:30 PM

As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.

Good to know

Price
2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)

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Google rating and reviews

4.5out of 5 on Google, from 135 ratings

  • 5 out of 5Ed Plewaon Google, June 2024

    A charming pub. Pleasant clientele and staff who make you feel welcome. Good ale (GK bitter) but only one choice. Great Thai food on a Tuesday evening. Dog friendly. What is not to like.

  • 5 out of 5Daniel Wilsonon Google, August 2024

    Great pub,haven't been in for about 25 years! So glad I popped in for a pint and a chat with the barman, during our bar crawl last week 🍺 talking about the old times and history of the place.

  • 5 out of 5Jack Hollowayon Google, June 2024

    Lovely warm pub, lovely owners. Dog friendly. Beautiful pub garden. Recommended Thai night on a Tuesday and Pizzas on a Friday night.

  • 5 out of 5stephanie cousinson Google, August 2024

    Love this traditional pub, everyone’s alway friendly. ❤️

  • 5 out of 5Nat Catchpoleon Google, April 2023

    Lovely local pub, friendly staff with great Thai food on a Tuesday!

Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.

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