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The Builders Arms

The Builders Arms The Builders Arms is a pub and British restaurant located in Kensington Court Place with a distinctive green exterior that perfectly captures the spirit of traditional local pubs with a touch of urban glamour. Inside, guests can luxuriate over their fine selection of drinks and seasonal food while admiring lovingly restored period features and local artwork. This restaurant is ideal for groups, kids, outdoor dining, reservations or walk-ins. The specialties include coffee, dinner, drinks and lunch with an encyclopedic range of drinks to choose from. Founded in 1805, The Builders Arms is managed by Michal Tsirogiannis and is conveniently located near the Royal Albert Hall and Victoria & Albert Museum.
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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.

01/06/2026

11th June 8pm. Don’t miss the start of the biggest event in the world.
Mexico vs South Africa
Book online now!

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.

Reserve your table for an unforgettable match-day experience in the heart of Kensington.Fine drinks, refined atmosphere,...
22/05/2026

Reserve your table for an unforgettable match-day experience in the heart of Kensington.
Fine drinks, refined atmosphere, and football served properly. 🍸⚽

Live music this bank holiday Monday with Declan from 3.30pm. 🎸
01/05/2026

Live music this bank holiday Monday with Declan from 3.30pm. 🎸

26.2 miles complete 🏅A rewarding finish at the London Marathon, topped off with a well-earned Camden Hells on us! Book n...
22/04/2026

26.2 miles complete 🏅
A rewarding finish at the London Marathon, topped off with a well-earned Camden Hells on us! Book now to reserve your table for this Sunday!

🧠🍻 Think you’ve got what it takes? Join us every Tuesday at 7:30pm for our epic Pub Quiz!Grab your team, test your knowl...
10/04/2026

🧠🍻 Think you’ve got what it takes? Join us every Tuesday at 7:30pm for our epic Pub Quiz!
Grab your team, test your knowledge, and compete for bragging rights (and maybe a few cheeky prizes 👀). From trivia classics to unexpected curveballs – there’s something for everyone.
🏆 Prizes to be won
🍺 Great drinks, food & even better vibes
Tag your quiz crew and we’ll see you there!

WHEN: Starts Tuesday, 31st March at 7pm!WHERE: Builders Arms, Kensington.BEER: Sambrook’s Poolside Pale Ale on tap all n...
25/03/2026

WHEN: Starts Tuesday, 31st March at 7pm!
WHERE: Builders Arms, Kensington.
BEER: Sambrook’s Poolside Pale Ale on tap all night.
Get your crew together and get ready to quiz poolside!
GIVING AWAY A POOLSIDE STARTER KIT!
To celebrate the launch, we’re giving away a table reservation and a bucket of Poolside Pale Ale for you and your team (up to 6 people) for the very first night!
To enter:
TAG your dream quiz team mates below!
LIKE this post.
SHARE this post to your stories.
(Winner announced 27th March. T&Cs apply. strictly over 185).
Don’t miss out on the summer vibe, every Tuesday night!

🎸 Friendly reminder! Don't forget we’ve got live music TONIGHT at The Builders Arms, Kensington! 🍻​The amazing  will be ...
21/03/2026

🎸 Friendly reminder! Don't forget we’ve got live music TONIGHT at The Builders Arms, Kensington! 🍻
​The amazing will be providing the tunes from 19:00 to 21:00. Come down, grab a pint, and kick off your evening with some incredible live music. See you there! 👋
​📍 The Builders Arms, Kensington
🕖 19:00 - 21:00

That rare British sun making an appearance… we’ll take it 🍺🌞 Come celebrate spring with us
21/03/2026

That rare British sun making an appearance… we’ll take it 🍺🌞 Come celebrate spring with us

🔥 KENSINGTON, WE’RE MAKING A SPLASH! 🔥​Tuesdays just got a major upgrade. Introducing the ULTIMATE Pub Quiz Night at the...
19/03/2026

🔥 KENSINGTON, WE’RE MAKING A SPLASH! 🔥
​Tuesdays just got a major upgrade. Introducing the ULTIMATE Pub Quiz Night at the Builders Arms! 🍻
​We’ve teamed up with our friends at Sambrook’s Brewery to bring you a quiz night unlike any other, themed around the refreshing Poolside Pale Ale (3.4% ABV!). 💦 Expect big tunes, mind-bending questions, and a vibe that feels like a permanent holiday

​Whether you’re a trivia titan or just in it for the beer, we want to see you there. It’s every single Tuesday, but we’re kicking things off with a massive launch.
​THE DETAILS:

​📅 WHEN: Starts Tuesday, 31st March at 7pm!
​📍 WHERE: Builders Arms, Kensington.
​🍻 BEER: Sambrook's Poolside Pale Ale on tap all night.

​Get your crew together and get ready to quiz poolside!

​🎁 🚨 GIVING AWAY A POOLSIDE STARTER KIT! 🚨 🎁
​To celebrate the launch, we’re giving away a table reservation and a bucket of Poolside Pale Ale for you and your team (up to 6 people) for the very first night!
​To enter:

​TAG your dream quiz team mates below! 👇
​LIKE this post.
​SHARE this post to your stories.
​(Winner announced 27th March. T&Cs apply. strictly over 18s).

​Don’t miss out on the summer vibe, every Tuesday night!

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Grumpy's got his Guinness, now it's your turn  ☘️ 📍 1 Kensington Court Place, W8 5BJ
17/03/2026

Grumpy's got his Guinness, now it's your turn

☘️

📍 1 Kensington Court Place, W8 5BJ

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mothers around the world 🌸Your love, strength, patience, and sacrifices make th...
15/03/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mothers around the world 🌸
Your love, strength, patience, and sacrifices make the world a better place every day.
Today we celebrate you and everything you do. 💐❤️

02/03/2026

Join us Sunday 15th for a delicious Sunday roast and let’s toast to all the amazing mums out there. All mums receive a complimentary glass of Moët & Chandon to make their day extra special 🥂

Because Mum deserves nothing but the best. 💛

Sunday roast done right 🔥🍽️
01/03/2026

Sunday roast done right 🔥🍽️

💐Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable ✨ Indulge in our traditional Sunday roast and enjoy a complimentary glass of champ...
26/02/2026

💐Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable ✨ Indulge in our traditional Sunday roast and enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne for every mum 🥂 Celebrate the queen she is.

Six Nations Action Tomorrow at The Builders Arms! Join us this Saturday (February 21st) for an epic day of rugby! Catch ...
20/02/2026

Six Nations Action Tomorrow at The Builders Arms!
Join us this Saturday (February 21st) for an epic day of rugby! Catch the live fixtures on our big screen

England vs Ireland at 2:10 PM
Wales vs Scotland at 4:40 PM

After the matches, stick around for fantastic live music brought to you by Jubel! 🎶🍻

Great food, drinks, and atmosphere guaranteed. Book your spot now via our website or call 020 7937 6213.

📍 1 Kensington Court Place, W8 5BJ



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🌸 Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful mums! 🌸This Mothering Sunday (March 15th), treat your mum to a special day out...
19/02/2026

🌸 Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful mums! 🌸
This Mothering Sunday (March 15th), treat your mum to a special day out at The Builders Arms in Kensington. Every mum dining with us will receive a complimentary glass of champagne to celebrate! 🥂
Join us for delicious roasts, cosy vibes, and unforgettable memories. Book your table now via our website

📍 1 Kensington Court Place, W8 5BJ



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Warning: Our sandwiches may cause serious cravings. 🤤🥪Freshly made, generously filled, and impossible to resist.
11/02/2026

Warning: Our sandwiches may cause serious cravings. 🤤🥪
Freshly made, generously filled, and impossible to resist.

NEW ON TAP‼️🚨🍻A well-rounded speciality porter with a sweet, fruity nose. Notes of plum and other stone fruits are prese...
10/02/2026

NEW ON TAP‼️🚨🍻

A well-rounded speciality porter with a sweet, fruity nose. Notes of plum and other stone fruits are present throughout, balanced against a delicate blend of classic hops 🖤🍻

07/02/2026

Address

1 Kensington Court Place
London
W8 5BJ

If you are travelling to Kensington Court Place in London by public transport, take the Tube or bus to High Street Kensington station. From there, head southwest on Kensington High Street towards the junction with Kensington Church St. Turn right onto Kensington Court and continue down the road until you reach your destination.

If you are driving to the area, take either the A4 or A40 toward central London and exit at Hammersmith onto Shepherd's Bush Road. Continue on this road until you reach Kensington High Street, then turn left onto Kensington Church St and right onto Kensington Court Place. There is limited street parking available nearby, but it may be easier to park at a nearby car park.

Please note that these directions can be used for any location on Kensington Court Place, not just The Builders Arms pub and restaurant.

Opening Hours

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

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The Builders Arms in Kensington Court Place, London is a pub and British restaurant that stands out with its distinctive green exterior and charming interior. The combination of traditional local vibes with urban glamour and English eccentricity creates a unique atmosphere that is hard to forget. The walls adorned with local artwork and lovingly restored period features add to the charm of the place.

The Builders Arms boasts an encyclopedic drinks range, fresh seasonal food, and offbeat charm making it one of the best places to eat and drink in London. Whether you want to lay claim to one of their cozy corners or soak up the atmosphere in their gorgeous beer garden during summer, this place has got you covered.

Located within easy reach of Chelsea, Brompton, Earls Court, Victoria & Albert Museum, and Royal Albert Hall, The Builders Arms is ideal for a spot of lunch or dinner while you're out and about. With services like groups, kids, outdoor seating, reservations as well as walk-ins available at this restaurant; it's perfect for any occasion.

Founded in 1805 and managed by Michal Tsirogiannis, The Builders Arms offers specialties like coffee, dinner, drinks as well as lunch. If you're looking for a memorable dining experience in London that combines tradition with modernity - look no further than The Builders Arms!