The Ship in London: photos, reviews

About

The Ship in London is a charming spot for nightlife lovers seeking an authentic pub experience without breaking the bank. This 18th-century, Grade II listed venue exudes a grand yet comfortably worn ambiance, perfect for casual meet-ups with friends. Inside, you'll find a characterful setting featuring red velour banquettes, copper-topped tables, and a classic pub carpet. For sports fans, it's an ideal spot to catch the game while savoring a pint.

The service is friendly and personable, ensuring guests feel right at home. The diverse beer selection offers everything from familiar favorites to premium and cask ales, with popular choices like Guinness and Blue Moon frequently poured. Alongside the drinks, food is served, making it easy to enjoy a full evening of laughter, conversation, and lively music. Whether it's indulging in a crisp cocktail or enjoying a chilled pint, The Ship stands out as a traditional London gem with its cozy, inviting vibe. Reservations are recommended, especially if dining in with a group.

Price

$$$$ 1 - 10 GBP

Services

Reservations available, 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.

Warren Street Stn Euston Rd (Stop R)

Bus stop 621 m walk

Margaret Street /Oxford Circus (Stop RD)

Bus stop 414 m walk

Holles Street (Stop OG)

Bus stop 571 m walk

Euston Square

Bus stop 645 m walk

4.3

based on 360 reviews

Google

4.3/5 360 reviews

Jude Moore

Service: 4
Atmosphere: 5

A London gem. Not many of these traditional London pubs around anymore so it’s great to see it live n kicking which it was when I visited on a Friday evening after work. The ambience is just what you would want and expect from a traditional pub. They sell Blue Moon which I haven’t seen a lot of recently so that’s a winner for me too. Would like to see a few more craft ales though I imagine the reason for not is to keep prices down and not wanting to fleece the customers rotten (as is often the case when serving the trendy over inflated london brewery beers).

Viktor Rietveld

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4

At first I didn't like it at all, but the place quickly grows on you. I'll make sure to go back here. The music is 80's beginning 90's, not too loud though.

London Pub Map

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

🚇 Goodge Street 🍺 £7.00 Guinness This pub is located on the corner of New Cavendish Street and Hanson Street, in the backstreets of Fitzrovia in central London. The nearest Tube station is Goodge Street on the Northern Line. The Ship is a Grade II listed pub that was originally licensed in 1772 as The Centurion. It was renamed The Ship around 1815 and rebuilt in 1887. I absolutely love the architecture of this pub as it feels very grand but at the same time it looks a little rough around the edges. This cosy, one-bar pub has a characterful, old-school interior. The servery is centre left and still features the original glass sandwich cabinet. The decor includes red velour banquettes, copper-topped tables, brewing memorabilia—especially Bass and Wenlock—brass lanterns, copper pots, a ship’s wheel, and the Holy Grail: a proper pub carpet. Upstairs, the function room mirrors the traditional style and includes its own private bar. The beer selection is very good, offering a diverse mix of familiar favourites, premium beers and cask ale. I opted for a Guinness—my pint was tip-top, price point reflected central London prices. This is a wet-led pub, so it doesn’t serve food, but there are plenty of Taytos to tide you over. I arrived just after 4 p.m. on a bright Thursday afternoon in April. I was meeting Isaac, who runs one of my favourite Instagram accounts, @caffs_not_cafes. We chatted about the rising popularity of pubs like Skehan’s, The Olde Apple Tree, and The Army and Navy, and enjoyed a few pints of the black stuff in this lovely pub setting. Soon after our first pint, the place filled with local office workers and was packed in no time. Service was first-class—the Guv’nor on duty was friendly and personable. This pub is London pub royalty and one of my favourite places to enjoy a pint in central London. Majestic architecture, a time-capsule interior, a great selection of booze, and a welcoming Guv’nor—this is a must-visit London pub. Follow @theshipw1 for updates. 📅 24th April 2025 If you want to see all my pub reviews in one place, head to @londonpubmap on Instagram. 🍻