The Holly Tree, Waltham Forest

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The Holly Tree

A Victorian corner pub with a tropical garden and its own miniature railway

On Dames Road beside Wanstead Flats, The Holly Tree pairs classic pub food with craft beer, cocktails, wine and creative non-alcoholic drinks. Inside, there is a cosy snug with a real fire; outside, the spacious garden has plenty of seating and a fully functioning miniature railway.

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4.5 · 59 reviews

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141 Dames Rd, London E7 0DZ, UK

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Inside

A grand Forest Gate local

Restored in 2019, the pub has a classic interior with dark wood, wall panelling, stained glass and a cosy snug with a real fire. The open kitchen serves a daily-changing menu built around fresh, seasonal produce, including pub classics and Sunday roasts. Children are welcome, with a child-free section available in one half of the pub.

The garden

Palm trees, outdoor tables and a tiny train

The large landscaped garden is the main event when the weather is on your side, with plenty of outdoor seating and an extra summer bar. A fully functioning miniature railway runs through it, while dogs are welcome and live music features among the pub’s events.

Come for

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    The fully functioning miniature railway through the landscaped beer garden, with palm trees, outdoor seating, and a summer bar

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    The cosy snug with a real fire, dark wood, stained glass, wall panelling, and a child-free section

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    Daily-changing seasonal food, hearty pub classics, Sunday roasts, and Tuesday burgers with fries for £10, including vegan options

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    Craft beer across twenty-five taps, Virtuous IPA, cocktails, fine wines, and creative non-alcoholic drinks beside Wanstead Flats

Visit

The Holly Tree

Kitchen hours vary: Monday to Wednesday 6–10pm; Thursday and Friday 12–3pm and 6–10pm; Saturday 12–9pm; Sunday 12–7pm. Garden seating is walk-in, while indoor reservations are available.

Kitchen hours vary: Monday to Wednesday 6–10pm; Thursday and Friday 12–3pm and 6–10pm; Saturday 12–9pm; Sunday 12–7pm. Garden seating is walk-in, while indoor reservations are available.

Today · midday–9pm

Monday
6pm–10pm
Tuesday
6pm–10pm
Wednesday
6pm–10pm
Thursday
midday–11pm
Friday
midday–11pm
Saturday
midday–11pm
Sunday
midday–9pm

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