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The Betjeman Arms (Geronimo Inns (Young's))
| Beer (sort) | Average Score (sort) | No. Samples (sort) |
|---|---|---|
| Twickenham (also uses sub-brand Old Hands) - Grandstand Bitter |  | 2 |
| Marston's - Young's London Original |  | 1 |
| Purity - Mad Goose | | 1 |
| Small Beer - Session Pale | | 1 |
| Sharp's - Betjeman Ale (re-badged Cornish Coaster for Geronimo Inns) | | 2 |
| Dark Star - Hophead was 3.8% (some has also been brewed by Fuller's) | | 1 |
| Five Points - Pale | | 1 |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's |  | 1 |
| Hammerton - N7 | | 1 |
| Big Penny (formerly Truman's) as of late 2022 contract brewed - Runner |  | 1 |
| Marston's - Young's London Special (was Special) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | Not Tried | 0 |
| Adnams - Broadside | Not Tried | 0 |
| Sambrook's - Junction | Not Tried | 0 |
| Sambrook's - Wandle | Not Tried | 0 |
| Wimbledon - Windmill Spring Ale | Not Tried | 0 |
| St Austell - Proper Job | Not Tried | 0 |
| Dorking - Black Noise | Not Tried | 0 |
| Dorking - Pilcrow Pale | Not Tried | 0 |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | Not Tried | 0 |
Jason Jones
Visits Details
17 Jan 2026 (Hogan Sampling)
4th stop of the outing: It is found inside of the old part of St Pancras Station which was saved from demolition in the 1960s by the pub's namesake. The station gained Grade-I Listed Building status just days before wrecking balls were due on the scene and in a campaign led by poet, Sir John Betjeman, and The Victorian Society. From the early 2000s Eurostar came to St Pancras Station. Run by Geronimo Inns, a part of the Young's Brewery Group, it overlooks the Eurostar platforms and has an imposing Betjeman statue just outside and commemorating the poet's crucial role in saving the station's old building. Friendly, attentive service with three real ales presented on this, my first ever visit. Not overly busy for our mid-afternoon arrival and to find a nearby table close to the bar counter and completely separate from the extensive dining rooms. Appealingly, the bar's walls are adorned with prints of old railway-poster artwork.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Beer - Session Pale | 2.50 | | Good head and lacing and lasting throughout on this slightly hazy brew from Verney Road, London SE16, and between the Old Kent Road and South Bermondsey and not far from Millwall FC. A citrusy first hit. A gentle hoppiness rising to do battle with its tropical fruit flavours such as mango and even a hint of berries. A mix of Citra, Mosaic, Simcoe and Ahtanum hops, the latter one new to me and said to be adding extra citrus. Its vibrant flavours certainly aiding it to punch above its weight for 2.5%. Overly fruited for me but in good order it was. |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Young's London Special (was Special) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 4.50 | Not Tried |
22 Oct 2025 (Magnus Greel)
Our group had whittled down to four of us so we decided to head here for a change of scene. Busy early evening as expected but with space at the bar which we propped up for the next hour or so.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Points - Pale | 4.40 | | A rich, aromatic pale ale generously hopped with Citra, Amarillo and Centennial hops. |
| Marston's - Young's London Original | 3.70 | | |
| Small Beer - Session Pale | 2.50 | Not Tried |
22 Apr 2024 (Magnus Greel)
Quiet for a pre rush hour mid afternoon made for a rather relaxed and pleasant atmosphere for a change..
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Star - Hophead was 3.8% (some has also been brewed by Fuller's) | 3.40 | | Would have been a **** had it not been served ice cold brrrr! |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Young's London Special (was Special) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 4.50 | Not Tried |
04 Jun 2019 (Magnus Greel)
Late evening one for the road on what turned out to be a rather bad day for beer quality.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Penny (formerly Truman's) as of late 2022 contract brewed - Runner | 4.00 | | Just about managed a half of this before I gave up, over sweet, over malty and very cloying. |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| St Austell - Proper Job | 4.50 | Not Tried | Echoes my sentiments from The Orange Tree |
| Purity - Mad Goose | 4.20 | Not Tried | |
| Dorking - Black Noise | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Dorking - Pilcrow Pale | 4.00 | Not Tried |
10 Apr 2018 (Jack William)
Late afternoon, fairly quiet. Meeting some old work colleagues who kindly had already got me a pint in - unfortunately Young’s ordinary - and it was.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | | |
| Purity - Mad Goose | 4.20 | Not Tried | |
| Sambrook's - Wandle | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Sharp's - Betjeman Ale (re-badged Cornish Coaster for Geronimo Inns) | 3.60 | Not Tried | |
| Wimbledon - Windmill Spring Ale | 4.50 | Not Tried |
29 Dec 2017 (Magnus Greel)
1730 and very busy. Yet again the pub has been reconfigured, the bar is now on the left as you enter via the station entrance.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twickenham (also uses sub-brand Old Hands) - Grandstand Bitter | 3.80 | | Refreshing light hoppy session ale with hints of citrus. Served in top notch nick. |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Purity - Mad Goose | 4.20 | Not Tried | |
| Sambrook's - Junction | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Sharp's - Betjeman Ale (re-badged Cornish Coaster for Geronimo Inns) | 3.60 | Not Tried |
09 Dec 2016 (Trevor)
Had a snack lunch with my son and brother in law in this very busy pub. The Betjeman Arms sandwich with egg was very tasty and filling. We had this in one of the many sitting areas.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purity - Mad Goose | 4.20 | | I enjoyed this |
| Sharp's - Betjeman Ale (re-badged Cornish Coaster for Geronimo Inns) | 3.60 | | A bit thin for my taste |
29 Aug 2016 (Jack William)
Late afternoon, not busy. Had to ask for my pint to be topped up twice (same pint) and for £4.70 - not impressed.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammerton - N7 | 5.20 | | Terrific hoppiness - but rather too sweet. |
| Adnams - Broadside | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Purity - Mad Goose | 4.20 | Not Tried | |
| Sharp's - Betjeman Ale (re-badged Cornish Coaster for Geronimo Inns) | 3.60 | Not Tried |
12 Apr 2016 (Stephen Harris)
I was early for a booked departure from St Pancras and remembered Jack William’s recent visit to this pub. Just about time for a quick half.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twickenham (also uses sub-brand Old Hands) - Grandstand Bitter | 3.80 | | Amber-coloured and very nice. |
| Adnams - Broadside | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Young's London Original (was Bitter) - previously brewed in Bedford and at Wychwood then Banks's | 3.70 | Not Tried | |
| Purity - Mad Goose | 4.20 | Not Tried |
11 Apr 2016 (Jack William)
Evening - the bar has been moved to the centre of the pub and extended - got served fairly quickly - better than a few years back.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharp's - Betjeman Ale (re-badged Cornish Coaster for Geronimo Inns) | 3.60 | | |
| Adnams - Broadside | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Twickenham (also uses sub-brand Old Hands) - Grandstand Bitter | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Purity - Mad Goose | 4.20 | Not Tried |
About The Betjeman Arms
Summary of Beer Scores
| Total | |
|---|---|
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| 5 |
| 10 |
| 3 |
| 1 |
The pub is found in King's Cross / St Pancras, Central London, N1C 4QL.
Situated on the site of the former Shires Bar at St Pancras International railway station, this pub has three separate rooms, one of which is primarily a restaurant, and two outside drinking areas, one on the station concourse, and the other overlooking Euston Road. The pub hosts occasional beer festivals. Sports 2 banks each of 3 handpumps.
We have visited this pub 17 times, seen 42 different beers and tried 16 of them.
Postcode: N1C 4QL