The Windmill Pub, Lambeth High Street

The Windmill Pub, Lambeth High Street The Windmill Pub, located on Lambeth High Street, is a traditional English pub with over 500 years of history. This cozy establishment offers not only beer and cocktails but also an extensive menu that includes pub food as well as more sophisticated dishes. Customers can order their meals for takeout via Ubereats.

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๐Ÿป๐Ÿป๐ŸปOUR HISTORY Part 2. The 20th Century: The Blitz to Modern Survival
1940s โ€“ Surviving the Blitz: During World War II, the surrounding industrial sector along the Thames was heavily targeted by German Luftwaffe bombing campaigns. While neighboring commercial buildings and residential blocks were completely levelled, The Windmill miraculously survived the Blitz intact. 1970s โ€“ The โ€œLast Pub Standingโ€: Between 1968 and 1972, massive municipal redevelopment projects swept through Lambeth to make way for social housing and the London Fire Brigade Headquarters. While every other historic shop and tavern along the street was demolished, the Windmill was protected, leaving it as the sole surviving commercial premise of the original historic Lambeth High Street.

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๐Ÿป๐Ÿป๐ŸปOUR HISTORY Part 1 Ancient Origins and Religious Sanctuary
1454 โ€“ Foundational License: The venue operates on a site that has hosted an inn since at least 1454, making it one of the longest-running continuous pub sites in London. It was originally named The Chequers.
1455 โ€“ The Holy โ€œOratoryโ€: In 1455, the landlord (John Calcot) was granted a unique license from the Bishop of Wi******er to establish a private chapel (โ€œoratoryโ€) inside the inn. This allowed his family and traveling guests a place to celebrate divine religious services directly within the pub.
1780s โ€“ The Identity Shift: By the 1780s, the pub dropped โ€œThe Chequersโ€ and was renamed The Windmill. This honored the industrial landscape of the era, specifically a prominent horizontal smock mill and a mustard mill that sat directly across the street. Victorian Crimes and Reconstruction
1880 โ€“ Complete Demolition and Rebuild: As Lambeth evolved from a muddy river-adjacent trading path (then called Back Lane) into an industrial hub of potters, boatsmiths, and the iconic John Doulton pottery works(established 1815), the medieval building was deemed obsolete. The original structure was entirely swept away and rebuilt in 1880 into the Victorian brick building standing today.
1893 โ€“ The โ€œUnjust Measuresโ€ Scandal: The most prominent historical police incident tied directly to the pub occurred in late Victorian London. Under the Weights and Measures Act 1878, the landlord, William Pragnall, was raided by inspectors. He was convicted and fined ยฃ2 10s (a hefty sum at the time) for using โ€œseven unjust measuresโ€โ€”essentially short-changing working-class Lambeth patrons on the volume of their pints.

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44 Lambeth High Street
London
SE1 7JS

To reach Lambeth High Street, you can take the public transport options such as the Tube, buses or trains. The nearest underground station is Lambeth North on the Bakerloo Line, and the nearest overground station is Waterloo. Alternatively, you could take a bus to Lambeth Road or Westminster Bridge Road. If you prefer to drive, there are several car parks in the area such as APCOA Parking Waterloo and Britannia Parking at St Thomas' Hospital. However, please note that parking in this part of London can be expensive and limited.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 11pm
Tuesday 12pm - 11pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm

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The Windmill Pub, located on Lambeth High Street in London, is a traditional English pub with over 500 years of history. The pub offers a great selection of beers and cocktails that have been highly praised by its patrons on social media. The staff is friendly and welcoming, making it a perfect spot for a night out with friends or family. The Windmill Pub also offers take-away options through Ubereats, making it convenient for those who want to enjoy their delicious food and drinks at home. The pub hosts various events such as darts competitions, which adds to the fun atmosphere of the place. Their signature dish - fish pie with mashed potatoes and creme fraiche - goes perfectly with any pint of beer. Overall, The Windmill Pub is a must-visit spot for anyone looking for an authentic English pub experience in London.