The Southampton Arms - Camden

A marvellous pub I sometimes visit when returning from a walk on Hampstead Heath. The Southampton is for people who seek refuge from the noisy plastic horror of modern chain pubs and like to drink good beer. It has 16 pumps of the best craft ales in the UK (selection rotate on a weekly basis) and 8 or traditional draught ciders. It has no jukebox, but a record deck and a box of vinyl LPs of classic soul, blues and jazz which the aimiable young staff can select from (and not too loud). The decor is effortlessly shabby with bare floorboard, peeling paint and assorted old furniture. Seldom crowded during the day, all ages welcome, a real gem.

Beautiful quiet garden spot for a beer on a hot afternoon, or a warm and welcoming drink in the bar. This place feels like its on a ley line, make friends, talk to strangers and join the lovely vibe. Music on tuesdays too!

It’s a nice pub with nice beers that is completely ruin by the most miserable/angry barman I’ve ever encountered!!

We went to this small pub when travelling from Euston to alexandra Palace as it had been recommended by a friend. The rhubarb and winter spice cider was one of the best ciders I've had in my life would happily buy a bag of it for home. Friendly locals as well, not something I expected as a northerner, based on reputation! Would definitely go here again and recommend to any couples especially CAMRA members.

Called in prior to the Derby v Villa play off final , very friendly staff and locals , Derby and Villa fans drinking good well priced beer together, talking to Chelsea and Tottenham fans (the press seem to miss occasions like these . The excellent lunchtime atmosphere was also matched in the evening , our defeat to Villa put down to just one of those days . Looking forward to next seasons our matches in London when we will visit the Southampton again . The way it is run proves running an excellent pub is not rocket science , well kept beer , good simple bar snacks and friendly efficient bar staff who despite being busy have time to have a chat . A great day despite the result ,good luck Villa next season .