Pubs in Elephant and Castle

South of the river at a major junction where several roads converge, this area has long been a transport hub, with the Northern and Bakerloo lines meeting beneath the Elephant and Castle roundabout. The streets around it mix residential blocks, council estates and newer developments, with a shifting landscape that's seen considerable redevelopment in recent years. It's not somewhere people typically travel to for a night out, but those who live and work locally have a handful of options for an after-work pint or weekend drink.

The eight pubs here reflect the area's practical character rather than any particular scene. German Kraft Brewery & taproom offers craft beer and a beer garden for those after a taproom experience, while The Prince of Wales takes a gastro approach with live music, burgers and pies. The Rising SE1 brings pizza alongside real ale and live music, and for something more straightforward, The Rockingham Arms - JD Wetherspoon does what Wetherspoons do across London.