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20/09/2026
We’ve barely recovered from the World Cup, but England are back and so are our plans to spend 90 minutes cheering at the screen with a pint in hand.
Showing England v Spain, the UEFA Nations League, on Saturday 26th September at 7:45pm.
Round up the squad and get ready for all the pints, a unified love for the game, and completely unbiased refereeing opinions you’d expect from watching England down the pub. Football, best watched at your local.
Tables won’t hang about, be sure to book yours now through our website (link in bio).
17/09/2026
🎶 GIG NIGHT AT ALEXANDRA PALACE! 🎶
Heading to the gig tonight? Make The Starting Gate your spot for the pre & after-party! 🍻🔥
🎵 Good music ✅
✨ Good vibes ✅
🍹 Good drinks ✅
🎉 Good times ✅
🕐
Alexandra Palace (Ally Pally) ANOTR
14/08/2026
🏆 COMMUNITY SHIELD 🏆
Arsenal 🔴 vs Man City 🔵
This Sunday | 3PM ⚽️
Join us at The Starting Gate and catch all the action LIVE on the big screens! 🍻📺
10/08/2026
⚽️ UEFA Super Cup this Wednesday! 🏆
PSG 🆚 Aston Villa
⏰ Kick-off 8PM
Join us at The Starting Gate for all the action live! 🍻⚽️
31/07/2026
What an incredible night at The Starting Gate Open Mic! 🎶✨With ECLECTIIQ Nights 🤩
A huge thank you to everyone who came along, performed, supported, and helped create such an amazing atmosphere.🤩🎤🎸
‼️🤩STAY TUNED FOR THE NEXT DATE ‼️🤩
25/07/2026
🎤 ECLECTIQ NIGHTS – OPEN MIC 🎶
All styles welcome! Whether you’re performing or just coming to enjoy the atmosphere, we’d love to see you there.
📅 Thursday 30th July
🕢 7:30 PM
📍 The Starting Gate, Alexandra Palace
Hosted by Juditta Lince ✨
22/07/2026
Happy Wednesday, everyone!
Take a break and enjoy some lunchtime chill vibes at The Starting Gate.
Today’s lunchtime favourite is our delicious Chicken Caesar Salad 🥗, freshly made and perfect for a midweek treat.
We’re serving lunch every day from 12pm, so come in, relax, and enjoy great food in great company.
See you at The Starting Gate! 🍴🍺
22/07/2026
🥊 FIGHT NIGHT THIS SATURDAY! 🥊
The wait is over... Joshua vs Prenga LIVE on our 5 BIG SCREEN TVs! 🔥📺
Grab your mates, enjoy the atmosphere, ice-cold drinks, and all the action as we bring you one of the biggest fights of the year.
🍻 Great vibes
📺 5 Big TV Screens
🥊 Live boxing
🍔 Food & Drinks served throughout
Book your table now via our website or give us a call to secure the best seats before they’re gone!
📍 Don’t miss a punch – we’ll see you Saturday night!
20/07/2026
We've just made being everyone's favourite person a little bit easier. Spend £30 or more on a gift card and we'll knock 20% off. Ideal for birthdays, thank yous or apologising for saying "I'll only have one" and rolling in six hours later. A proper gift for people who know the best memories are made in the pub.
Head to the gift card section on our website and use code Castle20 to redeem the offer.
Offer available between 20th July and the 1st August.
Address
Station Road, Alexandra Palace
London
N22 7SS
If you're looking for a great spot to grab some food and drinks in London, head over to Station Road. You can easily get here by jumping on the tube or local buses. Alternatively, if you prefer to drive, there are several parking lots in the area where you can leave your car. Once you arrive at Station Road, simply look around for the lively pub and gastropub with an extensive beer selection.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
11am - 11pm |
| Tuesday |
11am - 11pm |
| Wednesday |
11am - 11pm |
| Thursday |
11am - 12am |
| Friday |
11am - 12am |
| Saturday |
11am - 12am |
| Sunday |
11am - 10:30pm |
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What people say
The Starting Gate, located in Station Road, London, is a pub that offers a unique blend of Victorian architecture and contemporary style. The pub is housed in a Grade-II-listed building that was built in 1875 and was originally the starting point of the historic Alexandra Park Racecourse. The interior design of the pub is stunning, with original wooden fixtures, etched windows, and an oval bar in the main bar area. The back area has a more modern feel with brick and timber walls and a vast mural of the Ally Pally Palm Court on the back wall.
The Starting Gate offers its guests an excellent range of drinks, including Cask Marque accredited real ales, speciality lagers, beers, and ciders. The pub also has a pleasing menu of classic pub food that will satisfy any appetite. In summer, the doors are flung open to create an airy outside-inside atmosphere in their urban courtyard.
Whether you're visiting the Palace to enjoy some of the best views of the city or taking your dog for a walk in one of the nearby parks, The Starting Gate is an excellent place to stop by and sample their friendly hospitality. It gives you a glimpse of old London while providing you with modern amenities. So why not take a moment to relax and recharge at The Starting Gate?
