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The River Ale House

The River Ale House The River Ale House is a popular pub and beer bar located on Woolwich Road in Greenwich. As the first micropub in the area, it offers a unique selection of real ale, cider, Belgian beers, wines, spirits and tea. The venue also serves up delicious pizzas from Castellano’s every night. In 2022, The River Ale House was voted both Pub of the Year and Cider Pub of the Year. Discover this award-winning micropub for a satisfying night out.
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02/04/2026

We're opening early tomorrow (Good Friday), at 12pm.
All other hours for the weekend remain the same.
Enjoy your Easter weekend, everybody 🐣

Our next SpeedQuiz will be held on Monday 6th April! The last one was a lot of fun so please message us to secure your t...
31/03/2026

Our next SpeedQuiz will be held on Monday 6th April! The last one was a lot of fun so please message us to secure your table 🍻 💭

25/01/2026

Quiz night tonight! 7:30 kick off, dont forget your wifi-enabled phones or tablets in order to play (1 per team)

£3 per person entry cost - all money goes into a pot to be shared by 1st 2nd and 3rd place teams

See you there 💃

A few tables are now booked for the quiz this Sunday - if you'd like a table saved for your team please let us know asap...
21/01/2026

A few tables are now booked for the quiz this Sunday - if you'd like a table saved for your team please let us know asap as they will be reserved as first come, first served. We're very excited!

* a slight adjustment has been made to the start time, we will aim to start at 7:30 sharp

Festive opening times 🎄 We are open on Christmas Day and Boxing Day for anyone who wants a swift (or leisurely) drink ah...
20/12/2025

Festive opening times 🎄
We are open on Christmas Day and Boxing Day for anyone who wants a swift (or leisurely) drink ahead of their Christmas feast! We also can do takeaway ales and ciders in 2 or 4 pint containers for you to take home, other on the day or prior 🍻

Tonight!
18/12/2025

Tonight!

Join us this Thursday, 18th December for our annual performance by The Cutty Sark Singers! They're absolutely brilliant ...
15/12/2025

Join us this Thursday, 18th December for our annual performance by The Cutty Sark Singers! They're absolutely brilliant and it's always a highlight of our year to have them in singing for us. They do it for free and instead raise funds for The Trussel Trust throughout the evening

23/08/2025

We are open from 10am today ahead of the early kick off! Pop in for a pre-match pint!

16/07/2025

Advance warning ‼️ Saturday 19th July

Siân is having a party! The pub remains open to the public but there is a 100% chance of cheesy pop music flowing through the speakers and probably at a higher volume than usual.. oh and expect it to be busy 💃 🪩 🎉

Planning on popping in for a pint at The River today, but not worked out what you’re doing for food? Our neighbours Cast...
15/06/2025

Planning on popping in for a pint at The River today, but not worked out what you’re doing for food?

Our neighbours Castellanos are doing a Father’s Day special today!

Thankyou for coming 🥰
20/04/2025

Thankyou for coming 🥰

17/04/2025

We're opening at 12 tomorrow (Good Friday) for anyone who fancies a tipple to kick off the bank holiday weekend! As always, we're open to home and away football fans and have a fantastic selection of beers on!

16/04/2025

Afternoon

Day 3 on Saturday will see me heading to Greenwich, Welling, Bexleyheath, Dartford and Sidcup, yet more great Micropubs to visit. I should be joined by Neil’s Real Ale & Pub Page for the day!

The River Ale House
The Door Hinge
The Hangar (Welling)
The Kentish Belle
The Long Haul Micropub
The Bird & Barrel
Growler Stop Kent
The Long Dog Dartford
Silver Fox Micro Pub

Appreciate it if any places I am visiting could share this post 🙏🍻❤️

Check out this years Kent trip (more to be added) - https://micropubadventures.co.uk/2025/04/11/kent-2025/

Address

131 Woolwich Road, Greenwich
London
SE10 0RJ

The pub and beer bar located on Woolwich Road in London can be easily accessed by public transportation or by driving. For those using public transportation, the nearest Tube station is North Greenwich Station which is on the Jubilee Line. From there, take bus number 472 towards Thamesmead and get off at the stop on Woolwich Road just after Warspite Road.

Alternatively, you can also take the DLR to Woolwich Arsenal Station and then take bus number 177 towards Peckham Bus Station which stops right in front of the venue.

For those driving, The River Ale House can be accessed via Woolwich Road (A206). Limited parking is available in nearby streets but it is advisable to check for any parking restrictions before parking.

Please note that these directions are not specific to The River Ale House and may apply to other establishments in the vicinity.

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 11pm
Tuesday 4pm - 11pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 4pm - 11pm
Friday 2pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 1pm - 11pm

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The River Ale House, located on Woolwich Road in London, is a must-visit for anyone who loves a good pub or beer bar. As Greenwich's first micropub, it offers an impressive selection of real ale, real cider, Belgian beers, wines and spirits. But what really sets this place apart is its cozy and welcoming atmosphere.

The River Ale House has become a beloved local spot thanks to its regular events and activities. From carol singing to live music performances, there's always something happening here. And when it comes to special occasions like Christmas or awards ceremonies, the staff go above and beyond to make sure everyone feels welcome.

One thing that really stands out about The River Ale House is their commitment to quality. They were recently awarded the SE London CAMRA Cider Pub of the Year award - a testament to their dedication to serving only the best drinks around.

Whether you're looking for a quiet night out with friends or a lively evening filled with music and laughter, The River Ale House has got you covered. So why not pay them a visit and see for yourself why they're such a popular spot in Greenwich?

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