British Oak

Name: British Oak
Address: 109 Old Dover Rd, London, Greater London, SE3 8SU, US
Telephone: 020 8305 1781
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.1

$$ • Pubs, Bar, British

Hours:
109 Old Dover Rd, London
020 8305 1781

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About British Oak

The British Oak is a charming three-storey pub located in Blackheath, Southeast London, just a ten-minute walk from Westcombe Park station. This former Courage pub, built in 1858, boasts a unique architectural design with a cast-iron balcony running across the first floor, supported by iron columns forming a sheltered veranda. The pub features two distinct bar areas - a traditional public bar with darts and a jukebox, and a spacious saloon bar with beautiful interwar wall paneling and comfortable seating. Outdoor spaces include a paved area at the front and a pleasant beer garden at the rear. The British Oak is renowned for its excellent beer selection, featuring a good mix of mainstream, craft, and cask ales. The pub regularly appears in "The Good Beer Guide" and is praised for its well-kept, affordable pints. The food menu focuses on Pieminister pies, with ten varieties to choose from, served with mash and gravy. Described as having a "lovely local feel," the pub is popular with the community, hosting events such as open mic nights, pub quizzes, and live music. The charismatic landlord ensures a warm welcome for all visitors, making this a classic, traditional British boozer that is a local institution.