The Old Bank in London: photos, reviews

About

The Old Bank, located in London, is a charming pub where you're greeted by the warm glow of traditional wood paneling and the inviting ambiance of cozy stained glass partitions. Originally a branch of the Midland Bank, this establishment has been transformed into a one-bar pub that retains its historic charm while offering a down-to-earth nightlife experience.

Highly rated for its immaculate cleanliness and friendly, attentive service, it's the perfect spot to meet with friends over a pint or enjoy cocktails without breaking the bank. With a casual, laid-back atmosphere, it's ideal for watching sports or just having a chat with the staff who are known for their top drawer service.

Outdoor seating options allow you to enjoy a drink in the fresh air, with beer favourites and a selection of fine wines and cocktails available. Although The Old Bank is a wet-led pub without a kitchen, nearby Pie & Mash stands occasionally offer delicious accompaniments, making your visit even more enjoyable. A mug of Stella will cost you just £5.20, ensuring your night out remains budget-friendly.

Price

$$$$ 10 - 20 GBP

Services

Outdoor seating, Dine-in

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving cocktails, Serving beer, Serving wine, Serving food

Payment

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

Atmosphere

Casual, Cozy

Best for

Meet up with friends

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Drummond Road (Stop E)

Bus stop 674 m walk

Millwall Football Ground (Stop IN)

Bus stop 898 m walk

Sheppard Drive (Stop RK)

Bus stop 564 m walk

Jamaica Road / Abbey Street (Stop J)

Bus stop 805 m walk

4.5

based on 123 reviews

Google

4.5/5 123 reviews

Daniel Bailey

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

A proper boozer. It was lively on a sunny Friday afternoon, so had a great atmosphere. Staff were all friendly and lovely. The pints were great value for London too (£5.20 for a Stella). And it's an odd thing to point out... But I also noticed how clean this pub is. Safe to say that it's immaculate! No sticky tables, the toilets were pristine and the benches/seats didn't feel worn out (can't say the same for a lot of other pubs in the city). Overall, a great pub. Can't wait to go back again.

London Pub Map

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

🚇 Bermondsey 🍺 £5.20 Cruzcampo This pub is located next to the Blue Market and shops in Bermondsey, southeast London. The nearest Tube is Bermondsey, on the Jubilee Line. The pub building originally served as a branch of Midland Bank, which later became HSBC, and dates from around the 1900s. The Old Bank pub opened in 2010 and was originally a bar and carvery. In 2022, three storeys were added, with six flats built above. This is a one-bar pub that is traditionally decorated. The servery is a good size and stretches down most of the length of the bar. The decor consists of wood panelling, stained glass partitions, raised banquettes, conventional seating, a tiled floor, a few Tv’s and a nicely framed tribute to the Royal Green Jackets. To the side of the pub are several benches for enjoying a pint in the sun. The beer line-up is a straightforward selection of well-known keg favourites. I opted for a Cruzcampo — my pint was great, price point was just over a fiver. This is a wet-led pub, so it doesn’t serve food, but if you visit on a Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, there’s a Pie & Mash stall called @the_pie_den located on the market by the benches outside. I arrived around 1:30 p.m. on a sunny Friday lunchtime in April. There were about a dozen or so regulars in attendance, plotted up both inside and out enjoying a lunchtime pint. The atmosphere was relaxed, with greyhounds and horse racing on in the background, which added a bit of interest. The service was top drawer — the young chap on duty was friendly and chatty. He mentioned how busy the pub gets on Millwall home games and that he loves working there. Love that! This South Bermondsey boozer was an excellent visit. Even though I wasn’t a local, I received a warm welcome. Regardless of what pub you’re in, it’s the people that make the difference — and that was definitely the case here. Reasonably priced booze, traditional pub surroundings — top pub. 📅 4th April 2025 If you want to see all my pub reviews in one place, head to @londonpubmap on Instagram. 🍻

Ian Conder

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

It can get busy there pubs near use to be hsbc it's popular