Duke of Wellington

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119 Balls Pond Road

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Fri Jul 29 2011

The 2009 conversion of this corner pub is a textbook example of how to update an old local for a younger, 21st-century clientele. In many ways, the Wellington hitches its wagon to tradition.

There’s an emphasis on real ales: Sambrook’s Wandle is supplemented by three guest brews, and twice-yearly beer festivals bring in a broader selection. The decent and fairly priced menu (pies, burgers) won’t frighten any horses. And the decor keeps things tastefully, handsomely familiar.

But there’s more: Saturday brunch, twice-monthly movie nights, occasional music, a broad range of spirits and late hours all add value for twenty- to fortysomething Dalstonians who find the scene on Kingsland High Street too messy for comfort. The friendly bartenders occasionally get a little over-enthusiastic with the stereo’s volume dial, but this is otherwise a great find.

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Address:
Duke of Wellington 119 Balls Pond Road
London
N1 4BL

Phone:
020 7275 7640
Website:
www.thedukeofwellingtonn1.com
Opening hours:
Open 3pm-midnight Mon-Wed; 3pm-1am Thur, Fri; 11am-1am Sat; noon-11.30pm Sun. Food served 5.30-10pm Mon-Fri; 11am-5pm, 5.30-10pm Sat; noon-8pm Sun
Transport:
Tube: Dalston Junction or Dalston Kingsland rail
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1. Duke of Wellington
  - 119 Balls Pond Road
    London
    N1 4BL
  - 020 7275 7640
  - www.thedukeofwellingtonn1.com
  - 51.546176,-0.080019

Facilities:
Internet access. Wireless (free). Eating and drinking facilities. Restaurant and bar facilities. Function rooms. Entertainment facilities. Entertainment. Outdoor facilities. Tables outdoors
Occasions:
Drinks. Speciality beers. Local flavour
Type of event:
Parties

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(3 ratings)

A prime example of what not to do to a decent pub.

Edward Crilley Fri Feb 10 2012
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rude staff!

sharon Tue Jan 17 2012
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nice pub being ruined by tossers and no one seems to be in charge

pal Sat Dec 4 2010
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