The Builders Arms

Description

One of Kensington’s most established pubs, The Builder’s Arms provides the perfect, traditional setting for a spot of lunch or an after-work drink, just a short walk from Kensington High Street. 

The stunning building retains many of its original Georgian features, including wood panelling and a cosy open fire, while the patio terrace is ideal for a sun-kissed drink or an alfresco bite to eat, especially when the sun starts to shine in the city.

Behind the bar there’s an impressive choice of top-drawer drinks including premium craft beers, a great selection of wines, and artisan spirits for whatever the occasion. And, when it comes to food, the menu offers plenty of classic British mains and pub grub, as well as sharing dishes, not forgetting their famous roasts every Sunday.

Looking to host a private event? The Builder's Arms also has a upstairs room which includes a bartender. There is also a TV which can be used for meetings

What's on

Sunday Roast
Make Sundays something to look forward to at The Builders Arms. Join us every Sunday for a proper roast dinner, served just the way it should…

Every Sunday

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Tuesday Night Quiz
🧠 Quiz Night at The Builders Arms! 🧠 Join us every Tuesday for our fun and interactive pub quiz! Gather your team, test your knowledgeand…

Every Tuesday

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Live Music Saturdays
🎶 Live Music Saturdays🎶 Monthly night of great music, great vibes, and great beer! Enjoy live performances with Declan providing the perfect…

Saturday 14th November 2026 and 9 other Saturdays

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The Nations Championship Finals
🏉 Nations Championship 2026 Live at Builders Arms! 🏉 Join us for every thrilling moment of the Nations Championship 2026 as the worlds…

Friday 27th November 2026 and 2 other dates

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Mistletoe & Movie Night
🎄 Mistletoe & Movie Nights 🎬 Get into the Christmas spirit at your local with our cosy mistletoe & movie nights this December in our loft…

Sun, 29th Nov 2026 @ 19:00 - 22:30

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Mistletoe & Movie Night
🎄 Mistletoe & Movie Nights 🎬 Get into the Christmas spirit at your local with our cosy mistletoe & movie nights this December in our loft…

Sun, 6th Dec 2026 @ 19:00 - 22:30

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Christmas Jumper Day
🎄🧑🎄 CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY AT THE PUB! 🎅🍻 It’s time to get into the festive spirit! 🎁✨ Dig out your best, brightest, funniest…

Thu, 10th Dec 2026 @ 12:00 - 23:00

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Mistletoe & Movie Night
🎄 Mistletoe & Movie Nights 🎬 Get into the Christmas spirit at your local with our cosy mistletoe & movie nights this December in our loft…

Sun, 13th Dec 2026 @ 19:00 - 22:30

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Mistletoe & Movie Night
🎄 Mistletoe & Movie Nights 🎬 Get into the Christmas spirit at your local with our cosy mistletoe & movie nights this December in our loft…

Sun, 20th Dec 2026 @ 19:00 - 22:30

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Christmas Day
Make Christmas Day special this year and join us to celebrate your day. Book your spot now. 

Fri, 25th Dec 2026 @ 12:00 - 18:00

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Offers

Offer Availability
Sunday Set Menu
Join us for our Sunday Set Menu: £25 for 2 courses or £30 for 3 courses. Available from 12pm
Sunday 12:00 – 20:00

Info

  • Taking Bookings
  • 0
  • No Door Charge
  • None

Hours

Day Open Close Notes
Monday 9:30 23:00
Tuesday 9:30 23:00
Wednesday 9:30 23:00
Thursday 9:30 23:00
Friday 9:30 23:00
Saturday 12:00 23:00
Sunday 12:00 22:30

Special opening hours

Day Open Close Notes
Thursday 24th December 2026 12:00 23:00
Friday 25th December 2026 12:00 18:00
Thursday 31st December 2026 12:00 1:00
Friday 1st January 2027 12:00 23:00

Location

Address

The Builders Arms, 1, Kensington Court Palace, Kensington, W8 5BJ

Area

Kensington

Nearest Station

High Street Kensington (Tube)

Menus

  • Cuisines

    This venue serves Pub Food and British food.

  • A word from the chef:

    We specialise in fresh, seasonal pub-food that never goes out of fashion. Simple, enduring dishes, like beer-battered haddock and chips and slow-cooked pork belly, are served with sumptuous little twists to appeal to the discerning diner with regularly changing specials. Sunday Roasts of course!

Private Hire

Name Type Capacity
Seated
Capacity
Standing
Cost Min spend
Midweek*
Min spend
Weekend*
The Builders Loft Private Room 0 50 - - -

* The minimum spends are a guideline only and vary according to the day and time of the year.

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