The exterior of The Builders Arms with white-painted facade, large front windows, hanging flower baskets, and an outdoor seating area bordered by planters at The Builders Arms.
A pub space featuring round wooden tables with menus, high stools, pendant lights, and a fully stocked bar with glass shelves at The Builders Arms.
A cozy pub area featuring a rustic brick wall, a high wooden counter with a menu, pepper grinder, and potted plant, and tan leather bar stools at The Builders Arms.
A dining room with exposed brick walls, framed artwork, wooden tables and chairs, colorful cushions, and a skylight ceiling at The Builders Arms.
A pub dining room with high wooden tables and stools, exposed brick walls, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area under skylights at The Builders Arms.
A dining room with wooden floors, exposed brick walls, wooden tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and a large leafy plant at The Builders Arms.
A dining room with wooden tables and chairs, green booths, exposed brick walls, and large skylights, leading to a bar area at The Builders Arms.
A cozy pub interior featuring wooden tables and chairs, exposed brick with a decorative round artwork above a black fireplace, and framed art on pastel walls at The Builders Arms.

The Builders Arms

Pub

#2 of 146 Pub venues in Kensington and Chelsea
  4 reviews  – 
1 Kensington Court, London, W8 5DR –
High Street Kensington Station (0.2 mi)
From £300
min. spend
Up to 28
seats
Up to 45
standing
Venue offers catering
British
cuisine
Parking not available
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Spaces for hire at The Builders Arms

The Builders Loft at The Builders Arms

The Builders Loft
Dining Room
·
Private space
28 seats
45 standing
The Builders Loft is a private dining room in The Builders Arms characterised by colourful pub-style décor and an array of local artworks. Design: The room has low, pub-scale proportions, warm timber tables, leather-upholstered stools and potted plants that create a domestic, informal feel. Features: The room includes Wi‑Fi, air conditioning and ...
Alcohol licence until 23:00
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from £300 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
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Reviews and ratings

4.9
Amenities
4.5
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.5
Catering
5.0
Communication
5.0

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CF
Catherine F.
Verified review
Birthday Dinner · 24 guests · October 2023 · The Builders Loft

Fantastic and friendly service

4.9
EE
Emily E.
Verified review
Pub · 45 guests · October 2023 · The Builders Loft

Fantastic space to host a 30th birthday celebration. Attentive staff, delicious food and great location. Would highly recommend!

4.9
CF
Catherine F.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
EE
Emily E.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 23:00
from £300–£1000 min. spend
The Builders Loft
9:00 – 23:00
from £300–£1000 min. spend
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £300–£1000 min. spend
The Builders Loft
9:00 – 23:00
from £300–£1000 min. spend
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £300–£1000 min. spend
The Builders Loft
9:00 – 23:00
from £300–£1000 min. spend
Thursday
9:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1500 min. spend
The Builders Loft
9:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1500 min. spend
Friday
9:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1500 min. spend
The Builders Loft
9:00 – 23:00
from £500–£1500 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£1500 min. spend
The Builders Loft
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£1500 min. spend
Sunday
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£1500 min. spend
The Builders Loft
12:00 – 23:00
from £1000–£1500 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 45
standing
Up to 28
seats
In-house catering
British
cuisine
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Parking available
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Builders Arms

The Builders Arms is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Dating back to the 1800s and previously used to accommodate Kensington’s builders, this friendly pub is one of the most established watering holes in the area and a cornerstone of the neighbourhood’s history. Dog-friendly and enduring popular with local residents, workers, and visitors alike, The Builders Arms has been lovingly restored, retaining many of its original Georgian features.

At the very heart of Kensington, nestled amongst a maze of picturesque Georgian terraces, the pub’s location offers the perfect spot for relaxation and refreshment after a day out at one of the area’s prestigious museums, a concert at the nearby Royal Albert Hall, or a walk around Kensington Palace Gardens.

The Builders Arms combines traditional wood-panelling, period features and contemporary touches, boasting an open fire, private function room and a patio terrace out front – perfect for al-fresco dining or a glass of something special whilst watching the world go by. Fostering an authentic community atmosphere, this welcoming pub holds the spirit of the great British local close to its heart.

Well-connected to the rest of the capital via High Street Kensington tube station and a multitude of bus routes, The Builders Arms attracts a diverse clientele and expertly mixes a traditional local feel with a touch of urban refinement.

FAQ

The Builders Loft does not have toilets; the toilets are located in the main bar.

No. There is no lift available to go upstairs.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At The Builders Arms, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

The Builders Arms does not offer parking facilities.

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Builders Arms:

  • The Builders Loft hosting 45 guests: £2184.32

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Builders Arms is located at 1 Kensington Court, in Kensington, London. The nearest metro station is High Street Kensington Station.

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