In a picturesque riverside location on The Thames, The Bulls Head is a delightful 18th century tavern once used by riverboat and barge captains to arrange crews and cargoes. Licensed since at least 1722, there has been an inn on the site for over 400 years, and legend has it that Oliver Cromwell, after whom Oliver’s Island opposite is named, once used the inn, although the evidence for this is disputed. Strand-on-the-Green is one of four villages that make up present day Chiswick, along with Little Sutton, Turnham Green and Chiswick itself, and one of the most attractive stretches on the north bank of the Thames, with many listed 18th and 19th century dwellings. The Grade II listed Bulls Head occupies an attractive waterfront position next to the lattice-girdered Kew Rail Bridge, itself a listed structure, with views across to Kew Green and Richmond. Recently refurbished and with plenty of nooks and crannies, this popular riverside inn is perfect for a relaxing family Sunday lunch or a meal with friends after a walk along the Thames Path, or a visit to the spectacular Kew Gardens just across the river. The riverside village of Strand-on-the-Green was originally a small fishing settlement, with a population of just 31 recorded in 1630. Alongside the fishermen’s cottages, public houses like The Bulls Head, together with malthouses and boat-builders sheds, developed in the 18th century, attracted by Chiswick’s growing reputation for producing some of the finest barley in England, which needed transporting by river. By the late 18th century the area had become fashionable due to its proximity to the Royal Palace at Kew, and elegant mansions added to the architectural charm which Strand-on-the-Green, now a conservation area, still retains today.
10/10 to this amazing pub! We came for a Sunday roast, we both chose Roast Turkey Food absolutely amazing! You get stuffing , vegetables, pig in blanket and a large Yorkshire pudding. Would highly recommend. I’ll definitely be back again!
My wife and I stopped in a few times during our stay in London. It was very cozy, and we had a few tasty meals. It was worth walking a little more to enjoy some Abbott Ale pints.
First time visiting Bulls Head and the food was really good. The dishes we had amongst us were burger, salmon and pie and all of them were excellent quality and good portion size. We were lucky with the weather so got to sit outside watching the river rise with the tide. The atmosphere inside is very cozy and should be perfect for a winters night out. I recommend that you try out Bulls Head as I'm sure you'll have a good time over drinks or a meal.
One of my favourite pubs! I love spending time here it’s so relaxing and doesn’t feel like London at all. I recommend a visit. I had Gammon Egg and Chips and it was really nice! The Aspall is delicious, staff were friendly even though we had 4 children who were loud they understood.
Quintessential British pub by the Thames, with lots of oak, character and perceived history. The decor is fitting with local history and "old school" pictures on the wall. It is semi-dark and traditional in style as a pub and that is the attraction and the view from many of the seats both inside and outside the pub is wonderful with the added joy of being able to people watch as pedestrians walk on the thames walk. The service was good and friendly, quick and personable and warm. It is a regular pub for locals and this also adds to the charm. It is in desperate need of a good clean with the windows inside and out and also removal and replacement of the plants. The old pub charm is there but also it borders on being unclean. It is saved however by the non-symmetrical layout, the superb staff oh and good selection of beer wines and spirits befitting of a super traditional pub. I liked it
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