Pub in London WC2
Freemasons Arms
81-82 Long Acre, London, WC2E 9NGClosest station: Covent Garden, about 4 min walk4.3out of 5 on Google, from 1,150 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Freemasons Arms
Pub screening top football matches, with original oak fittings and Football Association memorabilia.
Located near Freemasons Hall and convenient for theatreland, this pub was first licensed in 1704 and known as the Bull's Head until 1778. The Geological Society was founded here in 1807. In spite of incorrect media reports the Football Association was NOT created here in 1863 after six meetings that year in the pub; this event was in the Freemason's Tavern nearby! Originally owned by Charringtons, it was acquired by Sam Smith in 1985, Greene King in 1988 and finally Shepherd Neame in 2003. The interior is comfortably furnished with leather banquettes and wood panelling, but the background music can be intrusive. There are four TV screens for sports and two function rooms.
Post-pandemic the six ales previously on offer were reported cut to three spread across the six pumps. Further updates welcome.
Participant in the SN 2024 Cask Club beer offer, 20% discount to CAMRA members.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Sports TV
- Quiet
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Restaurant
- Real Ale
- Function Room
- Disabled Access
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Shepherd Neame
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7836 3115
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.3out of 5 on Google, from 1,150 ratings
4 out of 51956gooneron Google, October 2024
This is a nice pub situated in Covent Garden a short walk from the tube station. They had four cask beers available and I opted for a pint of Whitstable at £5.95. I did notice a good selection of around 15 whiskies. I was here at 5pm on a Wednesday afternoon and it was quite busy. Despite this the service was very good. They do show a lot of sports including NFL and you can book tables in advance. They also serve food and the prices are what I would expect for the area eg. Burger and fries £16.50. The only downside was the gents toilets being in the basement which could be a problem for the…
5 out of 5Keith Mon Google, May 2024
First time in London and I had to grab a burger from an English Pub and wow this place did not disappoint my taste buds. I got the Beef Burger added bacon and a few rings on the side. This was definitely a proper burger! The chips were awesome as well. This is one of those places that I’d want to treat my self to each time I visit.
1 out of 5James Titchmarshon Google, September 2024
Food is absolutely awful for nearly £50 a head Tastes like school dinners! I’ve had better tasting dog food The decor needs updating especially in the function rooms that haven’t been touched since 1972
5 out of 5Bernie Fernandez- harton Google, August 2023
Traditional pub just round the corner from Covent Garden the beer is a bit expensive but it's the west end of London £7 a pint of moretti the food is really good and a decent price
5 out of 5Matthew Houseon Google, May 2024
Nice boozer! Was there on a Saturday lunchtime and there was room to sit and plenty of action on the screens. Didn't try any food so can't comment on that, but enjoyed the beer they kept and enjoyed being there for a good few hours! Try it out and see what you think! Enjoy!
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.