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The Druids Head
★ 4.0(1 review)Bar
historiclocal-crowdfamily-friendly
About the Vibe
The Druids Head is Kingston's oldest pub, a Grade II listed gem dating back to the 17th century right in the heart of the ancient Market Place. You'll find a proper local pub atmosphere here with real ales, decent burgers, and a beer garden perfect for summer evenings. The staff keep things running smoothly, and it's dog-friendly too—just don't expect it to be trendy; this is a no-nonsense pub where locals actually hang out.
Known For
- •Kingston's oldest pub
- •real ale selection
- •quality burgers
- •Sunday roasts
Best For
casual drinksSunday lunchsports viewing
1 review
City InsidersEditorialApril 12, 2026
Kingston's Oldest Pub with Real Character
The Druids Head is the kind of pub that locals have been coming to for decades, and it shows. Located right in Kingston's historic Market Place, this Grade II listed building from the 17th century has that authentic old-pub feel you don't find everywhere anymore. The interior is warm and welcoming with traditional wooden furnishings, and the beer garden is a lovely bonus when the weather's decent.
What really sets this place apart is the quality of the food and drink. The burgers are genuinely good—proper meat, cooked well, with chips that hit the spot. They've got a solid selection of real ales too, which is rare for a Greene King pub. The staff are attentive without being intrusive, and they clearly know their regulars. It's not fancy, but that's exactly the point.
Perfect for a casual pint after work, a family Sunday roast, or catching the rugby with mates. It's not going to win any design awards, but if you want an authentic local pub experience with decent food and drink, this is your spot. Just don't expect it to be packed with tourists—this is where Kingston locals actually go.