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The Old White Lion

The Old White Lion The Old White Lion is a must-visit local pub worth travelling to, located near Hampstead Heath. With an extensive range of speciality beers, wines and spirits and fresh home-cooked pub food prepared in front of guests in their open kitchen, this pub is ideal for group celebrations. Their encyclopaedic range of world beers, wines and spirits alongside their seasonal pub food dishes make it the perfect relaxing retreat for all. Whether you're browsing Alexandra Park or Alexandra Palace, The Old White Lion is perfect for a spot of lunch or dinner along Great North Road.
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That 'just one after work' is now even more appealing. Join us Monday to Friday, from 4pm–7pm, for £8 spritzes. Aperol, ...
02/06/2026

That 'just one after work' is now even more appealing. Join us Monday to Friday, from 4pm–7pm, for £8 spritzes. Aperol, Limoncello, Hugo Spritzes and more. Crisp, refreshing and dangerously easy to say yes to. Emails can wait till tomorrow.

Who loves a bargain?👀 £8 Spritz Monday - Friday 4-7pm 🍹
02/06/2026

Who loves a bargain?👀
£8 Spritz
Monday - Friday 4-7pm 🍹

Last night with   🎶Follow us to find out about future events we have planned 👀🎶
30/05/2026

Last night with 🎶
Follow us to find out about future events we have planned 👀🎶

Introducing our new Sunday Roast Set Menu. That’s two courses for just £25, or three for an extra £5. Launching this Sun...
27/05/2026

Introducing our new Sunday Roast Set Menu. That’s two courses for just £25, or three for an extra £5. Launching this Sunday and running every week, including Father’s Day. Think all the hearty comfort of your usual Sunday pub ritual, just a little kinder on the wallet. Round up the family, nurse the night before or settle in for a full Sunday session. We’ll take care of the rest.

Did someone say live music? On Friday Aleks in Flux will be at The Old White Lion from 8pm! Come join us 🎉
26/05/2026

Did someone say live music? On Friday Aleks in Flux will be at The Old White Lion from 8pm! Come join us 🎉

20/05/2026

England Vs Croatia is fast approaching🏆have you booked your table for the 17th yet?👀

18/05/2026

Come join us every Tuesday evening for our Quiz Night🕵️ The Golden Question being £310 this week🏆plus other prizes up for grabs 👀 Dm us or go onto our website to book a table🍻

15/05/2026

Someone say New Spritzs👀

WORLD CUP🏆Only a month to go until the first England Game🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Come help the team celebrate by booking a Table! Dm us ...
11/05/2026

WORLD CUP🏆
Only a month to go until the first England Game🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
Come help the team celebrate by booking a Table!
Dm us or go to our website 🍻
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Craft lovers, this one’s for you! A variety of exclusive Craft Sours, Pale Ales and IPAs for you to taste👀
07/05/2026

Craft lovers, this one’s for you!
A variety of exclusive Craft Sours, Pale Ales and IPAs for you to taste👀

04/05/2026

Come join our Quiz Night🕵️
Every Tuesday from 8pm
Book your table now to secure your place

IMPORTANT We will be closed Tuesday 28/04 from 4pm for a private event. We apologise for any inconvenience. We will be o...
25/04/2026

IMPORTANT
We will be closed Tuesday 28/04 from 4pm for a private event. We apologise for any inconvenience. We will be open as usual on the 29th 🍻

28/02/2026

Treat Mum to an unforgettable Mother’s Day this year at The OWL.

Enjoy a complimentary glass of Moet champagne for all the amazing Mums along with delicious food for this special occasion. 🍾

Book your table now on our website or give us a call on 020 8883 6459

04/02/2026

🏉 Six Nations
Settle in for great rugby, comfy seats, good vibes — and ice-cold Camden Hells pitchers to share while you watch. 🍺
All the action live on our 5 screens

13/01/2026

Don’t let dry January stop you from coming to the pub. Join us for a pint of with their Thou Shalt Go To The Pub campaign.

We have lucky saint on draught as well as their IPA and lemon larger in bottles. We also have a large range of other alcohol free alternatives. 🍻🍺

Merry Christmas from the team at The OWL. We all hope you have a great festive period and hope to see you all in the new...
25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from the team at The OWL. We all hope you have a great festive period and hope to see you all in the new year 🎄🎉

16/12/2025

Still sorting Christmas plans? There’s no place like the OWL for a last-minute festive get-together! Join us for great pints, hearty Christmas classics, and proper holiday cheer. Grab a table, round up your mates, and let’s make it a Christmas to remember 🎅✨

09/12/2025

✨ Sip, savour, and celebrate! Our festive cocktails are shaking up the festive season. Book your Christmas celebrations today and make it one to remember. 🎄🍸

Cheers to you Black Friday. From 24th November 2025 to 1st December 2025, we’re giving you 20% off gift cards when you s...
24/11/2025

Cheers to you Black Friday. From 24th November 2025 to 1st December 2025, we’re giving you 20% off gift cards when you spend £30 or more. Whether it’s for a mate, a Secret Santa, or just your future self on a Friday, it’s the gift that guarantees good times. Head to our website to purchase a gift card and use code XMAS20 at checkout to claim your discount.

Visit www.castlepubs.co.uk to check out our brother/sister pubs and see where else you can spend your gift.

15/11/2025

Gather your favourite people and celebrate with us this Christmas 🎄🍽️

Whether you’re planning a cosy catch-up or the big office party, we’ve got something for everyone:
✨ Festive 3-course menus
✨ Delicious festive buffets
✨ Limited availability for Christmas Day 🎅🏼

Book now to secure your spot and make this festive season unforgettable! ✨🥂

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Join us tomorrow for Chris Eubank Jr vs Connor Benn II from 5pm 🥊Enjoy every punch, jab, and knockout moment on our five...
14/11/2025

Join us tomorrow for Chris Eubank Jr vs Connor Benn II from 5pm 🥊

Enjoy every punch, jab, and knockout moment on our five large screens, with great food, cold pints, and an unbeatable pub atmosphere. Whether you’re a boxing die-hard or just in it for the spectacle, this is the place to be for fight night.

🍻 Book your table early and get ready for an unforgettable evening of sport, tension, and excitement at the Old White Lion.

06/11/2025

It’s finally here! Join us tonight for the thrilling conclusion to celebrity traitors and while you’re at it make use of our snacking two for £16 cocktail deal!

04/11/2025

Join us this Thursday for the Celebrity Traitors Finale! Come see the thrilling conclusion and find out, who was the traitor? 😱

04/11/2025

The Eubank Vs Benn rematch is fast approaching. Showing all undercard fights and of course the long anticipated main card fight! Book your place now to make sure you get to enjoy this slice of history 🥊

Address

121 Great North Road, East Finchley
London
N2 0NW

The pub and beer garden and beer bar are located on the Great North Road in London. For those traveling by public transport, there are several bus stops nearby with frequent services. The nearest underground station is just a short walk away, and there are also overground train stations within a reasonable distance.

For those driving to the location, there is ample parking available both on-street and in nearby car parks. However, it's important to note that traffic can be busy in this area during peak times.

Overall, whether you're traveling by public transport or driving yourself, The Old White Lion is easily accessible from all directions.

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11pm
Tuesday 11am - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 11am - 11pm
Friday 11am - 12am
Saturday 11am - 12am
Sunday 11am - 10:30pm

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What people say

The Old White Lion, located on Great North Road in London, is a must-visit pub for anyone looking for a great selection of speciality beers, wines and spirits. The pub's open kitchen allows customers to watch their fresh, home-cooked pub food being prepared right in front of them. With three bars, including a conservatory and snug, The Old White Lion is perfect for group celebrations or a relaxing retreat for all.

This local pub is worth travelling to from East Finchley and beyond. It offers an almost encyclopaedic range of world beers, wines and spirits alongside fresh, seasonal pub food dishes. The Old White Lion's inimitable charm makes it much more than just a blimmin' great place to eat and drink.

Whether you're visiting Hampstead Garden Suberb, Baronsmere Road or Fortis Green or seeing the sights at Alexandra Park and Alexandra Palace, The Old White Lion is the ideal spot for lunch or dinner. So come on down to Finchley's favourite pub and experience the best that London has to offer!