Great British Pubs

Best Pubs in Croydon

Looking for the best pubs in Croydon? Boxpark bars, High Street locals, and south London pubs shaped by Croydon's commuter hub. From long-established locals to busy borough-centre bars, drinking out in Croydon reflects the wider pub culture of London. Whether you want real ale, pub food, or a quiet corner for a pint, Croydon's top hostelries are a fine introduction to the area.

The best pub in Croydon

Must visit
The Ship Pub
Croydon High Street Real ale

The Ship★★★★★

47-49 High Street, Croydon, Croydon, London, CR0 1RN

A Croydon High Street local with cask ale, pub food, and a steady town-centre crowd.

5-star rated Local favourite Traditional Pub Maps
  1. Highly Recommended

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    Highly Recommended Croydon Historic

    The Spread Eagle★★★★★

    39-41 Katharine Street, Croydon, CR0 1NX

    A Croydon pub with a historic frontage, real ale, and a relaxed town-centre atmosphere.

    Real ale 5-star rated Local favourite Maps
  2. Recommended

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    Recommended

    The Green Dragon★★★★★

    58 High Street, Croydon, CR0 1NA

    A Croydon High Street pub with cask ale, pub food, and a loyal local following.

    Croydon Real ale Pub food Maps

More pubs in Croydon

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    Croydon

    The Crown & Pepper

    7 High Street, Croydon, CR0 1NG

    A Croydon local with real ale, pub food, and a steady after-work crowd.

    Real ale Pub food Local favourite
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    Croydon

    The Fox & Coney

    12 High Street, Croydon, CR0 1YA

    A Croydon pub with cask ale, pub food, and a relaxed town-centre atmosphere.

    Real ale Pub food Local favourite
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    The Wheatsheaf

    6 High Street, Croydon, CR0 1YA

    A Croydon High Street local with real ale and a compact historic bar.

    Croydon Historic Real ale
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    The Black Sheep Bar

    46 High Street, Croydon, CR0 1YB

    A Croydon live-music pub with craft beer, late nights, and a lively weekend crowd.

    Live music Craft beer Croydon
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    The Oval Tavern

    131 Oval Road, East Croydon, CR0 6BL

    An East Croydon local with cask ale, pub food, and a steady commuter crowd.

    East Croydon Real ale Pub food
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    The Queen's Head

    27 St James's Road, Croydon, CR0 2JB

    A Croydon pub with real ale, pub food, and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.

    Croydon Real ale Pub food
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    The Dog & Bull

    17 High Street, Croydon, CR0 1YZ

    A Croydon High Street institution with cask ale, pub food, and a loyal town-centre following.

    Croydon Real ale High Street