The Ancient Foresters in London: photos, reviews

About

The Ancient Foresters is a lively London pub that offers a perfect spot for a casual meetup with friends. This architecturally unique gem from the 1930s boasts a marvelous traditional decor, featuring red upholstered banquettes and an assortment of Millwall memorabilia that adds to its character and charm. Patrons can enjoy reasonably priced pints or a selection of wine in a friendly and hospitable atmosphere. The live music and performances energize the evenings, while the option of outdoor seating provides a relaxed setting. With prices ranging from just 1 to 10 GBP, it's an affordable way to enjoy a delightful night out.

Price

$$$$ 1 - 10 GBP

Services

Outdoor seating

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving beer, Serving wine

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Atmosphere

Casual

Best for

Meet up with friends

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Drummond Road (Stop E)

Bus stop 732 m walk

Rotherhithe Tunnel (Stop U)

Bus stop 949 m walk

Millwall Football Ground (Stop IN)

Bus stop 742 m walk

Sheppard Drive (Stop RK)

Bus stop 483 m walk

3.9

based on 121 review

Google

3.9/5 121 review

Nikki Rockell

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Kitsch and loving it. A must visit on the brewery tour ❤️.

London Pub Map

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

🚇 Bermondsey 🍺 £5.30 Fosters The Ancient Foresters is located in South Bermondsey about a ten minute walk from The Den, the home of Millwall FC. The nearest Tube is Bermondsey. This is an architecturally unique looking pub that was built in the 1930’s. It’s believed the pub is named after The Ancient Order of Foresters which is a Friendly Society formed in 1834. This is a no frills proper oldschool two bar pub that is traditionally decorated. The servery is horseshoe shaped and straddles both adjoining bars. The bar on the right has a stage at the back with a large black and white photo of three iconic Rat Pack members, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr and Frank Sinatra. The bar on the left is accessed by a mirror lined corridor and is similar in size with a pool table at the back. The decor here is marvellous, you’ll find red upholstered banquettes, a proper pub carpet, lots of Millwall memorabilia and a few photo collages of regulars who have been patrons over the years. The beer is selection is simple and offers a basic range of keg beers. I decided on a Fosters, my pint was decent, price point was just over a fiver. This is a wet-led pub that doesn’t serve food, there are bar snacks available if you’re feeling peckish. I arrived just after 2pm on a sunny Friday afternoon in April. The pub was empty except the Landlord and Landlady who were chatting outside. The service was personable, I was served by a friendly member of staff who has worked here for many years. As it was quiet, we had a good old chinwag about Millwall match days and how life has changed compared to the way it was in the 80’s. I also had a nice chat with the Lanlady about her time spent here. It was great to see this Bermondsey boozer alive and well, most likely helped by Millwall’s ground move back in 1993. Visiting this pub put a big smile and my face as it reminded me of the pubs my parents ran during the 70’s and 80’s. Wonderful architecture, marvellous decor, reasonably priced pints and friendly service, this is a must visit London pub. 📅 4th April 2025 More London Pub info @londonpubmap 🍻

Edward Huser

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

What can I say. A proper London pub. Very fairly priced drinks. Eddie was incredibly hospitable. A pub with a lot of character and charm. Would recommend anyone to go. Pubs like that need support.