Pub in Camberwell
Hermits Cave
28 Camberwell Church Street, Camberwell, SE5 8QUClosest station: Denmark Hill, about 12 min walk4.1out of 5 on Google, from 354 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Hermits Cave
Just off Camberwell Green on a street corner, this family-run pub provides a haven from the bustle of the area. With a curved frontage, lovely Victorian windows, bare-boarded floor and simple décor, it is popular with a lively, mixed clientele. There is no music, so conversation reigns. Sport is shown on muted TV in one corner or occasionally on a big screen.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Sports TV
- Real Ale
- Disabled Access
- Good for Groups
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- 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
- Independent
- Price
- 1 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7703 3188
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.1out of 5 on Google, from 354 ratings
5 out of 5Laurence Kilpatrickon Google, September 2024
I love this boozer so I’m probably giving it an extra potentially undeserved star. Compare it to the flat white ‘pubs’ in the area and it wins every time. It would be good if more than two of the beers were available. Amazing selection but not really a selection if most have a cup on. Won’t stop me coming though: and you can bring food in
5 out of 5Danon Google, August 2024
Most authentic pub in Camberwell!!! Proper red carpet boozer. Staff are always nice. It's cozy for the colder months and they open up all the doors in summer to make it nice and airy. Location is super central (for Camberwell). And they serve Murphy's Cork stout, becoming a bit more popular in London but they were one of the first I saw to do it. Can't beat this place. 10/10. I love the Cave xx
1 out of 5Giovanni Credendinoon Google, September 2024
Hi, Today I was there waiting for a client. I choose this place as I know it is usually quiet which is the perfect eviroment for a meeting. While waiting I did sit down on and I wad using my phone without ordering yet but niether using electricity or taking space from customers as the place was empty (check cctv) While waiting the waiter asked me if I wanted something and if not not had leave immediatly? I usually do not leave bad review as I do not think they are very helpful but I was shocked that someone just kicking me out for simply sitting in an empty pub. Funny to think that the…
4 out of 5Jameson Google, September 2024
Like it. Quite a broad choice of beers, including Pilsner Urquell on draft, which is hard to find in London. Fair prices. You can get a pint for under a fiver and not much is above £6. Best pub in the immediate vicinity.
1 out of 5Richard Jon Google, May 2024
Appalling attitude sells itself as a locals pub , but I have lived here 17 years and many locals are ostracised. Banned (for life ) for small things that have upset the management.The owners mostly don’t even work there any more, just income. They don’t care as long as they get the young crowds that spill out on the street and leave the place like a bomb site on busy nights. Used to go here all the time now not welcome at their pub opposite or here for their own personal reasons, not that I am a bad customer or have caused any issue. I am so disappointed every time I go past. Need updating…
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.