Friend at Hand
Camden
££ · Pub
Contact
- Phone +44 20 7837 5524
- Website Visit site ↗
- Address London WC1N 1HX
Opening hours
- Mon 11:00 – 23:00
- Tue 11:00 – 23:00
- Wed 11:00 – 23:00
- Thu 11:00 – 23:00
- Fri 11:00 – 23:30
- Sat 11:00 – 23:30
- Sun 11:00 – 23:00
Good to know
- Dog friendly
- Kitchen
- Cocktails
- LGBTQ+ welcoming
- Sports screened
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About Friend at Hand
Friend at Hand is a Greene King pub tucked down Herbrand Street in Bloomsbury, WC1N, a short walk from Russell Square and the British Museum. It is a traditional central London local that draws a steady mix of students, museum visitors and after-work drinkers.
The pub serves food and cocktails alongside the usual beers, welcomes dogs and shows sport on its screens, so it covers most bases whether you are stopping for a quick pint, settling in for a match or bringing a group for a meal. It is also noted as an LGBTQ+ welcoming spot.
With a 4.4 rating and a genuinely central Bloomsbury position, Friend at Hand suits both spontaneous visits and planned catch-ups. It opens from late morning every day, running a little later on Friday and Saturday nights.
The pub's location near Russell Square Tube makes it an easy meeting point, and the dog-friendly, sports-showing, food-serving setup means there is usually a reason to stay for another round.
Getting there
Friend at HandWC1N 1HX
Nearby venues
- The Horse Hospital WC1N 1HX
- Horse Hospital Colonnade Bloomsbury London WC1N 1JD
- Fitz's Camden
- Bar Barella's Camden
- Brunswick Saturday Food Market WC1N 1BS
- Callaghan's Camden
- The Brunswick Centre WC1N 1AF
- Bertha DocHouse WC1N 1AW
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Frequently asked questions
Is Friend at Hand dog-friendly?
Yes, Friend at Hand welcomes dogs, so you can bring your dog along for a drink. The pub also serves food and cocktails, making it a comfortable stop for a longer visit. It is a relaxed, traditional pub in the heart of Bloomsbury.
Can you watch sport at Friend at Hand?
Yes, the pub shows sport on its screens, so it is a good option for catching a match in central London. It serves beer, cocktails and food to go with it. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming.
What are the opening hours at Friend at Hand?
The pub opens from 11am every day. It serves until 11pm from Monday to Thursday and on Sunday, and stays open until 11:30pm on Friday and Saturday. Weekend evenings run a little later.
Where is Friend at Hand and how do I get there?
Friend at Hand is on Herbrand Street in Bloomsbury, WC1N, close to Russell Square Tube station. It is a short walk from the British Museum and easy to reach from Holborn and King's Cross.
Does Friend at Hand serve food?
Yes, the pub serves food alongside its range of beers and cocktails. That makes it suitable for a meal as well as a drink. It is a dog-friendly, sports-showing local in central Bloomsbury.