August 2025 by Arron English
Decent pub but definitely prefer its sister pub up in Finsbury park. The Guinness was quite poor though which was surprising given that the faultering fullbacks ones are great for London. Very pretty pub regardless
August 2025 by London Pub Map
? Nunhead
? £5.20 Guinness
Skehan?s is located in a residential area in Nunhead Southeast London. The nearest station is Nunhead mainline.
This pub started life as The Duke of Albany, built in 1895. Skehan?s is an Irish pub which came to be just under 10 years ago and today is one of the most celebrated pubs in London.
This Victorian corner pub is very easy on the eye with lots of foliage,hanging baskets and detailed stonework.
This is a traditionally decorated, high ceilinged, one bar pub that is set out in an L-shape. The servery has a solid wood counter and is surrounded by green velour topped stools. To the right of the servery is an ornate fireplace flanked by shelves covered in bric-a-brac. The seating is conventional with a couple of banquettes around the perimeter. Everywhere you look around this pub there is always something of interest. Some of the most notable features are on the ceiling where you?ll find beautiful cornicing and unique fans. Towards the back of the bar is a pool table, behind is a door which leads to a tiered beer garden.
The beer selection will please the masses and offers a choice of well known brews, three cask ales and of course Guinness. As this is an Irish boozer, my choice was simple and I ordered a stout. My pint was thoroughly enjoyable and cost just north of a fiver. The food menu is Thai and is served in the restaurant, Roasts take centre stage on a Sunday.
We arrived just after 12pm on a sunny Saturday lunchtime in July. We received a warm welcome by the team member on duty who was friendly and courteous. We decided to sit at the bar and got chatting to a local chap who was friendly also. The atmosphere was chilled and relaxed with a homely local pub feel. This pub attracts a broad range of punters from local students to longtime regulars and hosts live music 6 days a week, including Traditional Irish Music.
Visiting @skehansfreehouse was an authentic Irish Pub experience, the hype is real, we loved it. This independent, family-run pub is all you would want your local pub to be. We?re so glad we visited and will definitely make a pilgrimage again soon.
? 27th July 2024
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August 2025 by Jason Cross
This is a nice pub. Prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is often lively on weekends. Come early to reserve a table.
August 2025 by morgan fairs
I saw a TikTok that said the worst person you know right now is sat drinking a Guinness at skehan?s pub. I fear that?s me. It?s time-out ranking has done some dangerous things for this pub but it will always have the best outdoor pub garden and Thai food.
August 2025 by ADRIAN BOLAND
Only equalled on planet earth by the Blythe hill tavern & The Faltering Fullback I've been around too. Brilliant place.
July 2025 by Jasper Squire
Legendary Irish pub and grassroots music venue. Awesome place.
July 2025 by George
Best pub in London .
July 2025 by Bicyclenation
Great atmosphere and vibe! So far great! We are going to visit this place again for sure and post the full experience here!
July 2025 by dylan byrne
Great atmosphere
June 2025 by Cameron Shippam
Truly delightful pub!
June 2025 by James Stevens
We didn't eat there. Guinness was good
May 2025 by Tiérnán
Incredible staff
Great Guinness
Fantastic food
Unmatched atmosphere
May 2025 by Marta Bautista
Great pub!
May 2025 by Fiona Atha
It?s surprising and disappointing that they don?t allow dogs, not even in the beer garden. One of the very few places with such a policy, and unfortunately, that means I?ll be taking my business elsewhere.
May 2025 by C A
One particular pub worker is very rude, inconsiderate, and involves himself in conversations that does not concern him. The owner is very nic, but this pub worker lets the venue down considerably and diminishes its vibe.
