Pub in Richmond
White Cross
Riverside, Off Water Lane, Richmond, TW9 1THClosest station: Richmond, about 12 min walk4.2out of 5 on Google, from 2,754 ratings
Details last checked January 2025. Things may have changed since.
About White Cross
Typically decorated Victorian pub with a real fireplace and spacious terrace overlooking the Thames.
A prominent Grade II listed Young's pub, built in 1740 and rebuilt 1838. A stained glass panel commemorates the site of a convent of the Observant Friars, whose insignia was a white cross. The entrance is reached by steps for good reason: the river often floods here. An island bar serves two side rooms (one a mezzanine); an unusual feature is a working fireplace beneath a window. The ground-level patio bar opens at busy times. Food is available every day.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Outdoor Seating: Front terrace
- Family Friendly: Until 9pm
- Serves Food
- Serves Lunch
- Serves Dinner
- Real Ale
- Real Heritage Pub
- Function Room
- WiFi
- Reservable
- Good for Groups
- Smoking
- 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 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
As listed in January 2025. 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 8940 6844
Google rating and reviews
4.2out of 5 on Google, from 2,754 ratings
5 out of 5Alanaon Google, December 2024
A must-visit spot in Richmond! We dropped by for lunch and a few pints, and it was fantastic. The pub is spacious, with plenty of seating options, including a lovely outdoor area. I tried the fish and chips, and it was incredible—fresh, perfectly seasoned, and not greasy at all. Highly recommend stopping by!
5 out of 5Connal Donovanon Google, October 2024
Amazing pub on the river! Excellent food and a great team to match. Winter Warmer breakfast is legendary! Incredibly well run business, proper pub done to the absolute top standard! Well done all!
5 out of 5Ashleigh Ficinuson Google, November 2024
This was such a beautiful pub! Cozy and overlooked the river. The food was quite nice and service was also great! Definitely recommend if you're in Richmond.
5 out of 5Thomas Franceon Google, December 2024
We believe the beef roast we had yesterday was one of the best we have ever had. Ordered this with a side of Pigs in Blankets and Cauliflower Cheese. Downstairs the pub was cozy and the staff were attentive and friendly. Would love to return soon. Thank you
5 out of 5Olivia Kenton Google, September 2024
So nice we went twice! As if the idyllic riverside setting wasn't enough, the fish and chips knocked it out of the park. Perfectly (not oily at all) crispy batter, insane chips, and flaky, tender fish. It's a must visit if you find yourself in Richmond.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in January 2025. See the latest on Google Maps.