Pub Club
The Ship & Shovell
Two Victorian pub halves beneath the streets of Charing Cross
The Ship & Shovell occupies two buildings on opposite sides of Craven Passage, linked by an underground cellar. Inside, oak-panelled booths, Badger and Outland beers, and classic pub food make it a distinctive Westminster stop.
2 Craven Passage, London WC2N 5NF, UK
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Inside
A pub split across the passage
Choose the Ship side or the Shovell side, each with its own bar and character. The unusual layout dates back centuries, with the two buildings connected below street level by a shared cellar. The menu covers fish and chips, pies, burgers and sandwiches, alongside vegetarian and gluten-free options.
The bar
Badger pints and classic pub plates
The drinks list includes Badger and Outland beers, craft ales, wine and spirits. It’s a natural place for lunch, dinner or just a drink near Charing Cross, with occasional DJs adding to the evening atmosphere.
Come for
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The Ship and Shovell sides — two bars in buildings opposite each other across Craven Passage
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Badger and Outland beers, craft ales, wine, and spirits alongside oak-panelled booths
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Fish and chips, steak pie, burgers, sandwiches, and vegetarian or gluten-free options from the pub menu
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The Charing Cross location, occasional DJs, and Sunday opening from midday until five in the afternoon
Visit
The Ship & Shovell
Listed hours: Monday to Friday 12:00–15:30, Saturday closed, Sunday 12:00–17:00. Check before visiting, as the venue website lists different opening hours.
Today · midday–5pm
- Monday
- midday–3:30pm
- Tuesday
- midday–3:30pm
- Wednesday
- midday–3:30pm
- Thursday
- midday–3:30pm
- Friday
- midday–3:30pm
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- midday–5pm
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