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The Bloomsbury Pub

Twickenham

About The Bloomsbury Pub

The Bloomsbury Pub sits on Staines Road in Twickenham, TW2, offering the kind of traditional neighbourhood local that has become increasingly rare. Open every evening from Monday to Friday and from midday at weekends, it serves home-cooked food in generous portions alongside a solid selection of beers and wines. The atmosphere is reliably friendly — lively when occasion demands, relaxed when it doesn’t — and the staff are noted for making guests feel genuinely welcome. Whether you’re popping in for a midweek pint or settling in for a Sunday lunch with family, it earns its place as a dependable community pub.

Local area

Twickenham is a town with genuine character — rooted in its riverside history, its literary associations and, of course, its world-famous rugby stadium just up the road. A neighbourhood pub like The Bloomsbury fits naturally into that fabric, offering a familiar gathering point for residents in the streets around Staines Road. In a borough that values community and conviviality, a well-run local with honest food and a warm welcome is no small thing. It occupies the kind of quiet, residential corner of Twickenham that rewards those who know where to look.

Why choose The Bloomsbury Pub

For residents in the TW2 area, The Bloomsbury offers something straightforward but valuable: a proper local that doesn’t try to be anything other than what it is. The home-cooked food has won consistent praise for being hearty and fairly priced, the staff are genuinely attentive, and the balance between a lively pub atmosphere and a relaxed, friendly one is well judged. Weekend hours from midday make it an easy choice for a leisurely lunch, and the outdoor seating adds appeal in better weather. With a 4.5-star rating from over 360 visitors, its reputation speaks for itself.

Services

  • Home-cooked pub food
  • Sunday lunch service
  • Draught beers and ales
  • Wine selection
  • Outdoor seating
  • Match day viewing
  • Private and special occasion dining

Ideal for: Local Twickenham residents, Families seeking a Sunday lunch, Rugby match day visitors, Neighbours looking for a regular local, Groups celebrating special occasions.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours at The Bloomsbury Pub?

The pub is open Monday to Friday from 4 PM to 11 PM. On Saturdays it opens at midday and closes at midnight, and on Sundays the hours are 12 PM to 10 PM.

Does The Bloomsbury serve food?

Yes — the pub is known for home-cooked food served in generous portions. The approach is described as hearty and unfussy, with Sunday lunch being a particular draw for families.

Is The Bloomsbury a good option for a special occasion or family gathering?

Based on visitor feedback, yes. The staff are noted for being attentive and kind, and the atmosphere is described as welcoming for both family Sunday lunches and special occasions.

Does the pub have outdoor seating?

Yes, outdoor seating is available at The Bloomsbury Pub.

How do I contact or find out more about The Bloomsbury Pub?

You can call the pub on 020 8898 8112 or visit their website at thebloomsburypublondon.co.uk. The address is Staines Road, Twickenham, TW2 5BB.

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Last verified: June 2026