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The Herne

The Herne The Herne, a Victorian pub located on Forest Hill Road in East Dulwich, offers an impressive beer garden and original panelling in the bar and dining area. This gastropub offers classic dishes made from high-quality ingredients and hosts a Sunday Pub Quiz and Saturday Jazz event. Indulge in their selection of four real ales on draught or choose from their varied wine list with options by the glass.
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01/06/2026

They don't say 'laughter is the best medicine' for no reason 🍻

Wednesday’s looking suspiciously like a drinks in the sun kind of evening ☀️🍸
27/05/2026

Wednesday’s looking suspiciously like a drinks in the sun kind of evening ☀️🍸

25/05/2026

Simple, filling, and a staple for a reason🍴

Chicken schnitzel with wild rocket & fennel salad, Parmesan, and roasted garlic & herb butter - always a safe bet and a firm favourite with the regulars!

Bank holiday + sunshine = straight to the pub 🌞 🍻 Cold pints, cocktails in the sun, and absolutely nowhere else to be.
23/05/2026

Bank holiday + sunshine = straight to the pub 🌞 🍻

Cold pints, cocktails in the sun, and absolutely nowhere else to be.

Thursday nights sound better with live Irish music 🍀🎻Join us every Thursday from 8pm in East Dulwich for the best tradit...
21/05/2026

Thursday nights sound better with live Irish music 🍀🎻

Join us every Thursday from 8pm in East Dulwich for the best traditional Irish sessions and it’s completely free entry.

Fancy joining us for a roast and quiz tomorrow? There's a £50 bar tab up for grabs 👀
18/04/2026

Fancy joining us for a roast and quiz tomorrow? There's a £50 bar tab up for grabs 👀

Our classic Caesar salad 🥬Crisp cos lettuce, focaccia croutons, boiled egg and Grana Padana 🧀Chicken, halloumi or plain ...
15/04/2026

Our classic Caesar salad 🥬

Crisp cos lettuce, focaccia croutons, boiled egg and Grana Padana 🧀

Chicken, halloumi or plain - what are you going for?

Fancy doing something different this Sunday? Join us tomorrow for our weekly pub quiz at 7pm - there's a £50 bar tab up ...
11/04/2026

Fancy doing something different this Sunday? Join us tomorrow for our weekly pub quiz at 7pm - there's a £50 bar tab up for grabs and roasts to fuel your brain power 💪

The sunshine is your sign to have lunch al fresco with us today ☀️🍴
08/04/2026

The sunshine is your sign to have lunch al fresco with us today ☀️🍴

Tonight’s shaping up to be a busy one at The Herne 🍻Live music as usual from 8-11pm, and with no work until Tuesday… con...
02/04/2026

Tonight’s shaping up to be a busy one at The Herne 🍻

Live music as usual from 8-11pm, and with no work until Tuesday… consider this your sign to make a night of it 💃

You really can’t go wrong with a proper pub classic 👌 Pork sausages, creamy mash, spinach and rich beer onion gravy 🍴
31/03/2026

You really can’t go wrong with a proper pub classic 👌

Pork sausages, creamy mash, spinach and rich beer onion gravy 🍴

Friendly reminder - we're hosting our weekly pub quiz from 7pm 🧠🍽️£50 bar tab up for grabs, a Sunday roast to keep the c...
29/03/2026

Friendly reminder - we're hosting our weekly pub quiz from 7pm 🧠🍽️

£50 bar tab up for grabs, a Sunday roast to keep the cogs whirring, and enough drinks on tap to feel confident in your answers 😅🍻

Don't forget to book your spot!

The best local musicians and bands, live in East Dulwich every Thursday night, 8-11pm 🎶Free entry, just turn up!
26/03/2026

The best local musicians and bands, live in East Dulwich every Thursday night, 8-11pm 🎶

Free entry, just turn up!

Whether you’re all about beef, pork, chicken… or keeping it veggie, there’s a roast here for everyone 👀🍽️ Chef’s Roast -...
21/03/2026

Whether you’re all about beef, pork, chicken… or keeping it veggie, there’s a roast here for everyone 👀

🍽️ Chef’s Roast - chicken, pork & beef
🥩 Aged grass-fed sirloin of beef
🐖 Duroc free-range pork belly
🍗 Lemon & thyme roast chicken with pork, sage & onion stuffing
🌱 Beetroot, nut & squash Wellington (vg on request)

See our full Sunday menu and book here: https://bit.ly/4rF4kVi

Dare we say it... is it pub garden weather?! 🌞 🍻
19/03/2026

Dare we say it... is it pub garden weather?! 🌞 🍻

Fancy celebrating St Paddy's with us? 🍀 The kegs are cold and the pool table is ready and waiting... 🎱
17/03/2026

Fancy celebrating St Paddy's with us? 🍀

The kegs are cold and the pool table is ready and waiting... 🎱

20/02/2026

Six Nations on the big screens, cold pints, and tasty food... That's your weekend plans sorted ✔

SATURDAY:
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England v Ireland 🇮🇪 - 2:10pm
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales v Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 - 4:40pm

SUNDAY:
🇫🇷 France v Italy 🇮🇹 - 3:10pm

Pints for you, pats for them 🐾 Just a couple of our recent furry customers enjoying the pub
18/02/2026

Pints for you, pats for them 🐾 Just a couple of our recent furry customers enjoying the pub

15/02/2026

No mixed signals here 😋 Roasts served every Sunday at the Herne

We're showing England vs Wales on the screens today, 4.40pm, don't miss it! 🏉 🍺 🎉
07/02/2026

We're showing England vs Wales on the screens today, 4.40pm, don't miss it! 🏉 🍺 🎉

We're a traditional pub with a contemporary menu, serving real ales, craft lagers, and cocktails. You'll find us in the ...
02/02/2026

We're a traditional pub with a contemporary menu, serving real ales, craft lagers, and cocktails. You'll find us in the heart of East Dulwich opposite Peckham Rye Park and Common with the best hidden beer garden in South East London!

We have live music every Thursday evening and roasts served every Sunday.

Cheers to the weekend! 🥂 We hope you'll come and pay your favourite local a visit, we'd love to see you whatever the occ...
30/01/2026

Cheers to the weekend! 🥂 We hope you'll come and pay your favourite local a visit, we'd love to see you whatever the occasion 👋🏼

The best traditional Irish music is back tomorrow night from 8pm 🍻 ☘️
28/01/2026

The best traditional Irish music is back tomorrow night from 8pm 🍻 ☘️

Celebrate the weekend with us! We'll be serving our delicious menu, Sunday roasts and pouring pints all weekend long 😄
23/01/2026

Celebrate the weekend with us! We'll be serving our delicious menu, Sunday roasts and pouring pints all weekend long 😄

Our salt & pepper squid with roasted garlic mayo is a great addition on the table. Served with fresh lime and chilli to ...
21/01/2026

Our salt & pepper squid with roasted garlic mayo is a great addition on the table. Served with fresh lime and chilli to give it extra flavour 🍋‍🟩

Address

2 Forest Hill Rd
London
SE22 0RR

The pub and gastropub with a beer garden is located on Forest Hill Road in London. To get there via public transport, you can take the London Overground and get off at Forest Hill Station. From there, it's a 10-minute walk to the venue.

Alternatively, you can take the bus and get off at Honor Oak Park Station or Forest Hill South Circular Road stop which is just across the street from the venue.

If you are driving to the venue, there are limited street parking options available. However, there is an NCP car park located on Davids Road about a 10-minute walk away from the pub.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 11pm
Tuesday 12pm - 11pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 1am
Saturday 12pm - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 10:30pm

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The Herne is a must-visit gastropub in London, located on Forest Hill Road in East Dulwich. This authentic Victorian pub boasts a huge beer garden, perfect for enjoying a pint on a sunny day. The bar and dining area are adorned with real fires and original panelling, creating a cozy atmosphere that's perfect for unwinding after a long day.

The menu at The Herne offers classic dishes alongside more contemporary options, all made from high-quality ingredients. Whether you're in the mood for something traditional or something new, you're sure to find something to satisfy your cravings.

In addition to great food and drink, The Herne also hosts a Pub Quiz on Sunday evenings with prize money up for grabs. And if you're looking for some live entertainment, be sure to check out their Jazz spectacular on Saturday afternoons.

Overall, The Herne is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a welcoming pub with great food and drink options. With its prime location on Forest Hill Road and charming Victorian decor, it's no wonder this gastropub has become such a popular spot among locals and visitors alike.

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