Pub in London N10
Village Green
122 Fortis Green Road, London, N10 3HNClosest station: East Finchley, about 23 min walk4.4out of 5 on Google, from 405 ratings
Details last checked January 2025. Things may have changed since.
About Village Green
Rustic-chic pub with draught beers & classic fare like burgers, plus TV sports & a big roof terrace.
Fifties pub initially named after the famous television pioneer - John Baird; the first broadcasts were made from nearby Alexandra Palace. A stack of old TV sets recognises this but in 2020 the pub has been operarted by Laines who changed the name to Village Green in homage to more recent local celebrities - The Kinks.
Recently Pride and Boltmaker have been the regulars confirmed by the pub. In addition there are 8 keg lines from Laines and guests.
The decor might be described as unusual with tin baths hanging from the ceiling! You enter into a large bar space with seating heading off to both sides - to the left-hand sides it in effect enters a separate space which is used for events. Both sides lead to the very large garden which has booths and an upper area.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Real Fire
- Live Music: Live Music: Fridays 19.30
- Sports TV: TNT selected sports events
- Family Friendly: Bar until 8pm
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Events: Quiz: Tuesdays 19.30
- Disabled Access
- Accessible Restroom
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit 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
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
As listed in January 2025. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- Laine Pub Company
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 3058 0557
Google rating and reviews
4.4out of 5 on Google, from 405 ratings
5 out of 5Euanon Google, December 2024
Came for a roast with my partner, not usually one for picking vegan stuff but I figured I’d give it a chance since the person sat a couple tables away had it and it looked interesting. Honestly, one of the best roasts I’ve ever had. I’ll definitely be coming back on sunday.
3 out of 5Louise Cowanon Google, December 2024
We’ve visited the Village Green a few times and generally had good experiences, which is why I haven’t rated it lower. However, on this occasion, there were several disappointing issues. We ordered a G&T with a specific gin, but were informed they’d run out. A staff member said they would try to source more, but they didn’t return. About 20 minutes later, someone brought a drink to the table that was clearly incorrect. When we raised this, the staff argued it was correct. Eventually, the manager intervened, immediately recognised the mistake, and returned with the proper drink. While he…
4 out of 5Chad Greenblatton Google, August 2023
Nice pub located in Muswell Hill. Came on a bank holiday Monday for a quick drink in the afternoon. I have removed a star because there was no staff... Literally no one to be seen, eventually after 10 minutes someone emerged from the cellar to serve me. However, rest of the pub is great. Great drinks, pints, cocktails. Nice beat garden, very clean too. Maybe hire more staff?... Follow me on Google Maps for more pub reviews
5 out of 5Olena “The dancing traveller” Solomkaon Google, October 2024
I came here with a friend, it used to be called The John Baird! We had a couple of drinks here, it's now a cool, trendy pub with great outdoor seating and a little upstairs bit to sit down. They had a great selection of beers, the atmosphere was chilled and the service was friendly, definitely come back to this cosy and modern pub! Highly recommend it!
5 out of 5Alex Douglason Google, November 2023
Lovely local venue serving an amazing menu of fresh and seasonal food with a great selection of craft beers! Absolutely amazing beer garden and terrace! A must visit for all muswell hill residents and visitors
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in January 2025. See the latest on Google Maps.