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07/09/2026
5 TOURIST MUST-DOS IN A BRITISH PUB:
1. TRY SOME CLASSIC PUB FOOD
2. FIND SOME GREAT LIVE MUSIC
3. HAVE THE FULL PROPER SUNDAY EXPERIENCE
4. TASTE SOME TRADITIONAL CASK ALE
5. HAVE A CHUCKLE AND A CHAT WITH THE LOCALS
Do you guys agree...?!
03/09/2026
Proper Pub food in Notting Hill.
Start your day the right way..
But with which sauce....?!
02/09/2026
One of Notting Hill’s most historic pubs has had a bit of a glow-up.✨
Re-introducing The Champion.
From a boxing ring once sitting in the garden to reportedly being a watering hole for the legendary Freddie Mercury (we have the proof now📸), this is a pub with some proper stories in its walls.
The refurb hasn’t messed with any of that. We’ve simply given the old place a well deserved polish, bringing it up to scratch while keeping all the character that makes The Champion, The Champion.🏆
Our downstairs space, the Mercury room, has been converted to be functional for both normal pub use and be flexible for private hire.
With screens, movable furniture and its own private bar for use. Work do, birthday, big get-together 🎉…you know the drill.
And don’t worry, it’s still very much your local. Come in for fish & chips, pull up a chair for a few pints, round up the mates or finally get date night in the diary. Same Champion spirit. Fresh new look.
Head to our website to book a table and come have a nose around for yourself.📘
31/08/2026
First weekend opening from REMODEL and already seeing the locals smile!
Come join us and check out the new space!
**rgardennottinghill
17/08/2026
Almost 190 years of stories. ❤️🍻
While The Champion is taking a little break, we thought we'd take a look back at some of the history behind one of London's much-loved pubs.
Dating back to 1838, The Champion has been part of the Wellington Terrace neighbourhood for generations — right beside Kensington Gardens.
And it hasn't always been just about food and drinks… 🥊
The pub once had an open-air boxing ring, bringing a very different kind of entertainment to Wellington Terrace!
Over the years, The Champion has also been part of London's LGBTQ+ history and has had strong connections to the city's music scene, including its long-standing association with Freddie Mercury. 🎸
Through all those different chapters, one thing has remained the same: The Champion has always been a place for people to come together.
Pints poured.
Stories shared.
Friendships made.
Memories created. ❤️
And now, after nearly 190 years, we're getting ready to start a new chapter.
We're not erasing the history.
We're adding to it.✨
We can't wait to welcome you back on 27th August and show you what's next.
Here's to the past, the present and everything still to come. 🥂🍻
11/08/2026
🎉 £150 BAR TAB GIVEAWAY!🍻
We've been busy behind the scenes for the last week, and there's now just 15 days to go until we reopen our doors! We can't wait to welcome you back, so we're celebrating with a £150 bar tab up for grabs.
To enter:
✨ Follow our page
❤️ Like this post
👥 Tag a friend in the comments
🍀 One lucky winner will be picked at random.
The entries will close on the 25th August.
Good luck—we can't wait to see you all again soon! ❤️🍻
21/07/2026
Closing for an exciting and well-deserved refurbishment on 4th August and Reopening 27th August!
Follow us for some upcoming sneak peeks of what we have planned!
20/07/2026
We've just made being everyone's favourite person a little bit easier. Spend £30 or more on a gift card and we'll knock 20% off. Ideal for birthdays, thank yous or apologising for saying "I'll only have one" and rolling in six hours later. A proper gift for people who know the best memories are made in the pub.
Head to https://castle.cashstar.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=local_organic&utm_campaign=summer_promo_2026 and use code Castle20 to redeem the offer.
Offer available between 20th July and the 1st August.
26/06/2026
✨ The Champion’s “not-so-secret” Secret Garden ✨
Word is out — our hidden garden is ready for summer and we’re officially done keeping it hush-hush.
Pull up a chair where Freddie Mercury once sipped and schemed, soak up the sunshine, and make a weekend of it.
🌿 Garden Specials every Saturday & Sunday
🍽️ Tables reserved exclusively for diners
🍻 Good drinks, good food, good company — always
Notting Hill’s best-kept secret… no longer a secret.
Book your spot at The Champion and join us in the garden.
☀️
08/06/2026
Every Tuesday from 5pm, swing by the pub for a burger and fries for just £13. Plenty to choose from, proper pub grub and the perfect excuse to break up the week with a couple of mates and a pint or two. Better than heading straight home, isn’t it?
Address
1 Wellington Terrace
London
W2 4LW
To get to Wellington Terrace in London, you can take the Tube and get off at the Lancaster Gate Station or Paddington Station. From there, walk towards Bayswater Road until you reach Wellington Terrace. Alternatively, you can take a bus that passes through Bayswater Road or use a taxi service.
If driving, head towards Paddington and follow signs for Bayswater Road. Wellington Terrace is located off of Bayswater Road. There are pay and display parking bays available on Wellington Terrace and surrounding streets. However, parking may be limited during peak hours.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 12am |
| Saturday |
12pm - 12am |
| Sunday |
12pm - 10:30pm |
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What people say
The Champion in Wellington Terrace, London is a must-visit for anyone looking for a quintessential British pub experience. With its vintage character and vibrant atmosphere, this pub is the perfect place to unwind with friends over a pint or indulge in an indulgent Sunday roast. The location couldn't be better, with Hyde Park right on its doorstep and easy access to Bayswater, Holland Park, and Kensington. What sets The Champion apart from other pubs is its top-drawer drinks range that's light-years ahead of the average alehouse offering. And if you're looking for satisfying pub food, look no further as it's available all day long. Don't forget to check out their 'secret garden' downstairs for a unique experience. Overall, The Champion is a gem in Notting Hill that's not to be missed!
