The Garden Shed
Mon - Thur: 4 pm - 11 pm
Fri: 4 pm - 12 am
Sat: 12 pm - 12 am
Sun: 12 pm - 10:30 pm
Opening hours:
Address:
145 Haydons Rd, London SW19 1AN
Wimbledon's oldest surviving watering hole
The Garden Shed, originally opened in 1838 as the Horse and Groom, is one of the oldest pubs in Wimbledon. At a time when much of the surrounding land was still open farmland, it served as an early social hub, long before nearby roads like North Road and South Road were established. As the area developed, it remained a constant while other pubs and beer houses gradually appeared. Many have since closed, leaving it as the oldest original watering hole still standing in the area.
Now known as the Garden Shed (you won’t struggle to see why the name fits so perfectly), the pub features a bright green tiled central bar and friendly staff ready to greet any patron. The space has been thoughtfully designed as a cosy haven for plant lovers, filled with greenery and botanical illustrations throughout. Our favourite spot? The lending library, with its beautiful globe filled with plants. The perfect place to unwind. To treat your tastebuds, delve into homemade pizzas, served straight from the pub’s own pizza oven.
A tucked away paradise for long summer days
As the name suggests, the real USP of the place is the beer garden, a series of tucked away nooks perfect for summer gatherings and even colder days thanks to heaters. With mismatched furniture, lush plants, a ping pong table and brightly coloured sheds, you will struggle to leave this space, which feels like heaven!
