Earl of Derby

🚇 Queens Road Peckham 🍺 £5.30 Amstel The Earl of Derby is located between Nunhead and New Cross in Southeast London. The nearest station is Queens Road Peckham on the Windrush Line. The Earl of Derby (formerly The Telegraph at the Earl of Derby) was built in the mid 19th century. In June last year the pub reopened after a sympathetic refurbishment and restoration by Parched London who now run the pub. This is a three room pub that is traditionally decorated with a contemporary colour scheme. The main bar is located at the front and has an inviting servery with an eye catching back bar. There is a cosy room at the back which is accessed through archways either side of the servery. Upstairs is a high ceilinged space with Georgian wood panelling and bold blue walls. There are some lovely features throughout the pub like the Bass mirrors, corner benches with leather upholstery, an intimate booth and retro beer signage. The beer line up was impressive and offers a range of familiar favourites, local London brews, two stouts and cask ales. I kept it simple and ordered an Amstel, my pint was great, price point was below average. The food is by @gengellys who serve up pub classics, hearty Gastro dishes plus Roasts on a Sunday with huge yorkies. We arrived around 4pm on a sweltering Saturday afternoon in July. The atmosphere was calm and relaxed with a few punters dotted around, the majority of punters were soaking up the sun on the benches at the front of the pub. I was lucky enough to be given a tour of the pub by Guv’nor Jake who was the consummate host. We plotted up in the main bar and quaffed our pints and chatted about the Tour de France. Visiting the @earlofderby_ one was of the highlights of the summer, this charming independent pub really has it all. The decor is quintessential London pub with a contemporary twist, the beer line up is broad, the food is well celebrated and the hospitality is friendly and personable. I absolutely love what they have got going on here, get this pub on your to visit list. 📅 27th July 2024 More London Pub info @londonpubmap

The Earl of Derby has been my favourite local since it opened. We finally tried their roast dinner on Sunday with our family and it surpassed our expectations. I had the vegan option, which is always risky, but it was the best I’ve had in London. The mushroom wellington topped with tempura mushrooms was delicious, the carrots sweet and crispy, the roast potatoes were cooked perfectly and the gravy was addictive. I didn’t have a Yorkshire pudding, which is pretty standard when getting the vegan option, and the greens were left un-buttered compared to my friends’ veggie option (these were the only part left on my plate!) My friends also got the cauliflower cheese which they said was the best they’d had! It was all delicious and the staff were so kind, funny, and attentive. We didn’t feel rushed and just had a perfect afternoon. Thank you Earl of Derby team/Gengellys! 💜

Lovely pub, well done interior and great staff. Cracking selection of beers and a great selection of roasts. I has the Wild Mushroom Wellington with all the trimmings. BANG ON!

Handsome, cosy pub with lovely beer and food. When we arrived at 17 30 on a February evening an open fire was burning in the fireplace. Pints were £4 for many of the beers between 16 00 and 18 00. We settled in for some cheeseburgers after that. Excellent food, lots of nice customers enjoying themselves, everything just right.

Exactly what I want from my local. Comfy and recently done up, the staff are friendly and welcoming. The vibe is relaxed and the food is cracking. Give the leek bhajis and chips a go. Outside space as well for the warm weather. Also a good place to bring your dog!

Nice pub and good value food. Good atmosphere and great for the area.

The food was incredible, but unfortunately, the service was a major letdown. The staff (in particular one waitress) seemed disengaged and rude, even when we made simple requests like asking for cutlery. Additionally, our meals were served about 30 minutes apart, meaning some of us had finished eating while others were still waiting. It felt like more than just a bad day at work—it was a lack of basic courtesy and professionalism.

Tastefully refurbished Victorian corner pub taken over by Parched London in June 2023. The spacious, muted interior consists of two rooms connected by arches at each side of the bar. The front room has a semi-circular bar counter, jukebox, and a mix of high and low-level seating; the rear room has mainly standard tables and chairs. There is also a large upstairs function room and outside seating to the front under large canopies. The kitchen is run by Gengelly's with a menu focusing on pies, chargrilled meats and fish, weekly specials, and Sunday roasts using fresh & sustainable organic produce. DJ nights on Friday and Saturday.Excellent food and atmosphere. Dog-friendly 🐕 The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about what's on the menu & which beers to choose to compliment your meal. Relaxed atmosphere & an open fireplace to keep warm in those winter months. Definitely will return & I highly recommend a visit.