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26/10/2026
Thanks to you and , we have reached the fundraising target of £15,000 for Wooden Spoon!
So now, maybe try £20,000?
Throughout October, 10p from every pint of Estrella Damm served across our pubs will continue to go towards our new goal.
£5,000 more to go; let’s go!
25/10/2026
Sunday lunch is in full swing, and Arabella’s on hand to sort out those sore heads with our Tabasco & The Pickle House | Pickle Juice & Bloody Mary Spiced Tomato Bloody Mary! 🍅💥
24/10/2026
Flo’s picked her costume and can’t wait for next Saturday’s ‘Hounds of Halloween’ Costume Competition! 🕷️ 🎃 🐕🦺
Join us from noon on Saturday 31st to show off your four legged friend’s spookiest get up! 👻 1st place will be crowned at 2pm and take home a prize from Unique Dog | London Dog Lifestyle 🏆
22/10/2026
Join us this weekend for a celebration of Real Ale!
A whole line up of guest b**rs to taste and discover, from some of the very best in brewing! 🍻 Come and let us know which is your favourite!
On the taps:
Young's B**r
Timothy Taylor's Brewery
Cloudwater Brew Co
The Five Points Brewing Co.
21/10/2026
Come rain or shine we’ve got you covered (quite literally, our stretch tent goes up next week!) with one of our Winter Cocktails..
This delicious Lychee Martini and our outdoor heaters will have you feeling like you’re back in the Mediterranean 🍸🥰
20/10/2026
Not one, but TWO exciting bits of news today!
1. You lovely lot have helped us in achieving our £15,000 fundraising goal for Wooden Spoon with Estrella Damm 🤩🍺 Thank you!
2. The chimneys been swept, the logs have been delivered, the weather’s a bit grim.. It’s officially “Pints by the fire place” season! Come and cosy up in the snug 🔥🪵🍂
19/10/2026
The jingle bells are ringing, and the holiday spirit is in the air!
Don’t wait too long, book your Christmas shindig now and let’s make it a festive celebration filled with joy and cheer! ❤️🎉
Whether it’s a festive meal, Christmas party or for Christmas Day - we are here to facilitate!
15/10/2026
A lie in, a crisp walk through the park, a couple of pints and a delicious roast in your cosy local… Do Sundays get much better!? 🍂🍺
Walk-ins always welcome, but bookings recommend. Come and spend your perfect Sunday at the Richard!
14/10/2026
Things are getting pretty spooky round here 👻🍺
Join us for our Halloween Spooktacular! 💀
Saturday 31st October
12-2pm Hounds of Halloween Pup Costume Competition 🐶
12-5pm Kids pumpkin carving 🎃
8pm onwards Spooky Games Night in the snug 🕷️
13/10/2026
Bit of a know it all? Perfect! Come and win you & your pals a £75 bar tab at Pete’s Pub Quiz! 🧠 🍻
Every Tuesday - 7.30pm start
Walk ins always welcome but bookings recommended!
Don’t forget to book your table for our Halloween Special! ‘The Curse of Royal Hill’ 👻 Tuesday 27th October 🎃
11/10/2026
Our favourite Cali girl is headed back to the other side of the pond 💔 & she is just as devastated as us!
Thank you Vico for all of your hard work over the last couple of years - we wish you the very best of luck on your new exciting journey! 🥰
Come on down and wish her all the best or to buy her a drink! 😉
09/10/2026
A delicious new Autumn menu, a pint of perfectly kept real ale and plenty of wagging tails 🐾🍺
Does it get much better? Come and spend some time this weekend in your cosy local 🔥
06/10/2026
The countdown is on.. Just ONE MONTH until The Nations Championship returns! 🏉🔥
Big hits, big moments, cold pints and all the action on 6 screens! Nothing beats rugby in the pub. Round up your pack and book your front row view today! 🍻
02/10/2026
This October, we’re working with Estrella Damm to reach a fundraising target of £15,000 across all Young's Pubs for Wooden Spoon 🍺
10p of every pint of Estrella damm sold in October helps move us closer to the total! Your excuse for an after work pint, just got a lot more wholesome! ❤️
29/09/2026
October is around the corner, which means it’s nearly fireplace season! 🔥
Join us this Thursday as we launch our new Winter Cocktail menu! Featuring absolute classics like this Old Fashioned from Buffalo Trace Distillery UK/EU 🥃
Or find your new favourite as we introduce the Lychee Margarita, Fig Negroni, Pomegranate Gin Fizz & more! 🍸
25/09/2026
We can’t deny that it’s been lovely and warm during the day.. but there’s a definite chill in the air once the sun goes down… 🌙
That’s when our warm, hearty beef stew comes into its own. 🍲❤️
Rich, comforting and made for those crisp evenings — the perfect excuse to cosy up at the pub. 🍻
24/09/2026
Throwing it back to our Puppy Summer Splash party!
Now get ready to show off your Dog’s spookiest side - at our Halloween Hounds Costume Competition! It’s bound to be pawsitively terrifying (& super cute) 🎃 👻 🕷️
Saturday 31st October - save the date and keep your eyes peeled for further details! 🐶
📸 Greenwich Newborn, Maternity & Family Photographer
22/09/2026
It’s Negroni Week! 🥃🍊
We’re celebrating all week with a special menu of twists on this all time classic cocktail. That’s not all - ‘Youngs on Tap’ App users can claim a Negroni on the house! From now until September 27th ✨
18/09/2026
Tomorrow is National Talk Like a Pirate Day ☠️🏴☠️⚔️
What better way to celebrate than to dress up, drink Rum cocktails and do your best Jack Sparrow impersonation?? 🥴
Join us tomorrow and answer our Pirate riddles for a chance to win a Dark n Stormy on us! ⚓️🐙🍹
17/09/2026
Happy Birthday to us! 🍻🎂🥳
We’re 195 Years Youngs today! Don’t we look good for it 😉 Come and raise the Ram with a pint of our extra special Ram Rod ale 🐏
Named after RamRod D’Arcy, the Horset Horn Ram who once lived in our Wandsworth Brewery, and proudly sits on our emblem today! Brewed especially for our Birthday by Head Brewer Simon Perrett at King Street Brewhouse, it’s back for a very limited time!
Happy Birthday to us! 🍻🎂🥳
We’re 195 Years Youngs today! Don’t we look good for it 😉 Come and raise the Ram with a pint of our extra special Ram Rod ale 🐏
Named after RamRod D’Arcy, the Horset Horn Ram who once lived in our Wandsworth Brewery, and proudly sits on our emblem today! Brewed especially for our Birthday by Head Brewer Simon Perrett at King Street Brewhouse, it’s back for a very limited time!
Come and enter our Charity tombola! 🎟️ B**rs, W**e, Merch and More - all up for grabs! A £5 donation gets you three chances to win!
All proceeds go to supporting The Clink Charity
Wooden Spoon
Thank you for support from:
Berkmann W**e Cellars
Gipsy Hill Brewing Co.
Beavertown Brewery
Estrella Damm
Address
52/54 Royal Hill, Greenwich
London
SE10 8RT
To reach Royal Hill in London, you can take the train or bus to Greenwich station. From there, head south towards Creek Road and turn right onto Greenwich High Road. Continue straight until you reach a roundabout where you will turn left onto Trafalgar Road. Follow this road until you reach the junction with Royal Hill.
If driving, take the A2 to Greenwich and exit at the junction for Deptford Bridge. Follow Deptford Bridge into Creek Road and continue straight onto Greenwich High Road. At the roundabout, turn left onto Trafalgar Road and follow it until reaching the junction with Royal Hill.
For parking, there are several car parks near Royal Hill including Cutty Sark Gardens Car Park and Nelson Road Car Park. Please note that parking restrictions apply during peak hours and on weekends.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 11pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 11pm |
| Friday |
11am - 11pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 11pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 11pm |
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Richard 1st is a charming and historic pub located on Royal Hill in Greenwich, London. This establishment has been at the heart of the local community since 1923 and continues to be a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The traditional bar space is warm and inviting, while the stunning conservatory offers a relaxing drinking and dining experience with plenty of natural light. The beautiful beer garden is perfect for enjoying a pint in the sun during summer or under the winter marquee during colder months. Richard 1st specializes in Young's award-winning ales, craft beers, and delicious British food that will take you back to nostalgic times. Whether you're looking for a post-work drink or a gathering with family and friends, Richard 1st is the perfect location. The team at Richard 1st prides themselves on making this pub your home away from home, so come visit soon!
