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The Park Tavern (Free House)
| Beer (sort) | Average Score (sort) | No. Samples (sort) |
|---|---|---|
| Otter - Elf |  | 1 |
| Thornbridge / Thornbridge Hall - Lord Marples | | 1 |
| Allsopp's (brewed at Kirkstall) - IPA | | 1 |
| Dartmoor - Jail Ale | | 1 |
| Georges - Cockleboats Best Bitter |  | 1 |
| Allsopp's (brewed at Kirkstall) - Pale Ale | | 1 |
| St Austell - Jingle All The Way | | 1 |
| Bristol Beer Factory - Milk Stout | | 1 |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - Gale's HSB | | 1 |
| Tring - Side Pocket for a Toad | | 1 |
| Titanic - Plum Porter | | 3 |
| Theakston - XB (was 4.6%) |  | 1 |
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | | 3 |
| Otter - Ale | | 1 |
| Oakham - OPA Original Pale Ale | Not Tried | 0 |
| Wye Valley - HPA (Hereford Pale Ale) | Not Tried | 0 |
| Adnams - Ghost Ship Session IPA | Not Tried | 0 |
| St Austell - Trelawny | Not Tried | 0 |
| Exmoor (now brewed by Hogs Back) - Beast | Not Tried | 0 |
| Vale - Black Beauty Porter | Not Tried | 0 |
| Oakham - Citra | Not Tried | 0 |
| Greene King - Abbot | Not Tried | 0 |
| Adnams - Broadside | Not Tried | 0 |
| Renegade (sub-brand of West Berkshire then became name when West Berkshire went under) - Good Old Boy | Not Tried | 0 |
| Exmoor (now brewed by Hogs Back) - Gold | Not Tried | 0 |
| Hook Norton - Lock Steady | Not Tried | 0 |
| Marston's - Young's London Original | Not Tried | 0 |
| Wye Valley - Butty Bach | Not Tried | 0 |
| Kirkstall - Three Swords | Not Tried | 0 |
| Butcombe - Hops & Glory (collaboration with Hawkstone) | Not Tried | 0 |
| Marston's - Bass | Not Tried | 0 |
| Vale - Wychert | Not Tried | 0 |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - A Pint of Two Halves | Not Tried | 0 |
| Harvey's - Pells Pale | Not Tried | 0 |
| Adnams - Ghost Ship (was 4.5%) | Not Tried | 0 |
| Oakham - Glass Mountain | Not Tried | 0 |
| Harvey's - Sisters Table Beer | Not Tried | 0 |
| Wye Valley - Miami Vice | Not Tried | 0 |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Betty Stogs Bitter | Not Tried | 0 |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Cornish Blonde | Not Tried | 0 |
Visits Details
17 Oct 2026 (Hogan Sampling)
Fifth visit of the outing: Almost a year since my last foray here and a perfect pit-stop for a change of buses from Chislehurst’s Cockpit. A very old-fashioned pub in the backstreets just minutes from a suitable bus stop in Eltham High Street lends it that extra charm. Busy on arrival mid-evening with largely the more mature customer rather than the younger one but a seat to be had next to an engaging talkative couple where good banter between us quickly ensued. Very friendly, prompt service at the bar. A real gem of a pub with six interesting real ales on no less in its favour. Nothing not to like about it!
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornbridge / Thornbridge Hall - Lord Marples | 4.00 | | 1st beer of this visit: Served with an impressive head and lasting lacing on this mahogany-chestnut hued bitter from Thornbridge Brewery which got its grand machinery clanking in the year 2005 with their first firing up of the boiling copper inside the historic grounds of Thornbridge Hall in Bakewell, Derbyshire. A dry bitter first hit. A sweet maltiness rising but not outnumbering its bitter hoppiness from a four-way alignment of Maris Otter lending a biscuity bread-crust, Caramalt tossing in a sweet touch of liquid honey, Crystal heaping on a heavy dollop of dark, charred toffee and sticky caramel, and Chocolate malts behind its hint of roasted hazelnut and bitter cocoa for me. A hoppy fruitiness prevailing from a single legendary British green as in Goldings hops exuding a peppery spice, a touch of earthiness, and a subtle floral note of autumn orchard fruits and herbal fields. A dry, slightly peppery hoppiness sliding down my neck-hole. Served in top dick condition and ready to dance a jig. |
| Bristol Beer Factory - Milk Stout | 4.50 | | 2nd beer of this visit: Came with a good creamy head and lasting lacing on this jet-black milk stout from Bristol Beer Factory which got its wheels spinning properly in 2004, planting their flags down on North Street in Southville, Bristol, taking over what was left of the historic Victorian Ashton Gate Brewery site where maltsters had been sweating over the coppers since the 1820s. This served as their brewing site before then shuffling their main boiling kit down the road to Ashton Vale, but keeping that old brick house as their spiritual home for their taproom and headquarters. A dry malty first hit. A gently fruited sweetness rising with hints of dark fruits presenting from two grand old British standard-bearers being tossed into the boiling kettle, Challenger and Fuggles. The Challenger hop aiding a sharp, herbal counter-bitterness, while the Fuggles dropping a woody, damp-earth spice and rustic garden note with a subtle, leafy hedgerow aroma. A dark-berry fruitiness and a refreshing coffee-like bitterness rounding off the sweetness of the malts and Lactose. Heavy shovels of Barley Malt and Wheat lending a thick, bready foundation, and dark Chocolate Malt flying a punch of heavily roasted, bittersweet cocoa, laced with unfermentable Lactose milk sugar aiding a whole-milk sweetness. Hints of espresso, cream and cocoa-butter completely coating my mouth. A fruity maltiness prevailing before the slide down my hatch. A handsome reddy-glow in its dark hue that any self-respecting robin would be proud of on its breast. A lip-smacking hoppy and malty bitterness combined in the finale. Served in very good nick. |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Betty Stogs Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Wye Valley - Butty Bach | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - Gale's HSB | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| Butcombe - Hops & Glory (collaboration with Hawkstone) | 4.20 | Not Tried |
02 Oct 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Afternoon visit post local chores. Relaxed atmosphere and everyone I encountered was friendly.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otter - Ale | 4.50 | | Initial good promise dissipated a tad as the pint went down |
| Greene King - Abbot | 5.00 | Not Tried | |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Cornish Blonde | 5.00 | Not Tried | |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - Gale's HSB | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| Renegade (sub-brand of West Berkshire then became name when West Berkshire went under) - Good Old Boy | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Hook Norton - Lock Steady | 2.50 | Not Tried | Is 2.5% =near beer? |
23 Sep 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening one pint stop visit.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allsopp's (brewed at Kirkstall) - IPA | 5.00 | | Full bodied with heavy flavour hit. Pity the point of sale gives no true brewing provenance at Kirkstall |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Cornish Blonde | 5.00 | Not Tried | |
| Wye Valley - HPA (Hereford Pale Ale) | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Dartmoor - Jail Ale | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| St Austell - Trelawny | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Vale - Black Beauty Porter | 4.40 | Not Tried |
27 Jul 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening visit. A table of former Broken Drum regulars was evident.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | | Soon went flat in the glass |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - Gale's HSB | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| Adnams - Ghost Ship (was 4.5%) | 4.10 | Not Tried | |
| Dartmoor - Jail Ale | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| Oakham - Glass Mountain | 4.20 | Not Tried | |
| Wye Valley - Miami Vice | 4.00 | Not Tried |
28 Jun 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening visit. Good to see a former co-Guv of the nearby Rusty Bucket here.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | | Quite OK |
| Adnams - Broadside | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Bass | 4.40 | Not Tried | |
| Vale - Wychert | 3.90 | Not Tried | |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - A Pint of Two Halves | 3.80 | Not Tried | |
| Harvey's - Pells Pale | 3.70 | Not Tried |
26 May 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Sweltering evening visit until close. Relaxed and ordered atmosphere in here as always.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - Gale's HSB | 4.80 | | First time I've had the mock Horndean version. Quite malty |
| Theakston - XB (was 4.6%) | 4.50 | | Insufficiently chilled. In pipes a while? |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Betty Stogs Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Kirkstall - Three Swords | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Adnams - Ghost Ship Session IPA | 3.40 | Not Tried |
22 Apr 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Late evening visit until a relaxed close and kick-out time. Sign of the times with 4 of the 6 cask ales not showing their true place of brewing as mock brands.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Titanic - Plum Porter | 4.90 | | First rate with superb head and lacing to the bottom of the glass. Better balanced bitterness / fruit than often found |
| Allsopp's (brewed at Kirkstall) - Pale Ale | 4.00 | | Harsh bitterness |
| Adnams - Broadside | 4.70 | Not Tried | |
| Exmoor (now brewed by Hogs Back) - Gold | 4.50 | Not Tried | |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Betty Stogs Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Marston's - Young's London Original | 3.70 | Not Tried |
13 Apr 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening visit until a relaxed kick out time.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmoor - Jail Ale | 4.80 | | In superb nick. Nicely chilled, smooth with head and lacing held to the last drop |
| Tring - Side Pocket for a Toad | 3.60 | | Could have been slightly more chilled |
| Georges - Cockleboats Best Bitter | 4.00 | | Could have been slightly more chilled |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Betty Stogs Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Exmoor (now brewed by Hogs Back) - Beast | 6.60 | Not Tried | |
| Oakham - Citra | 4.20 | Not Tried |
24 Feb 2026 (Philip Pirrip)
Evening visit until close. Relaxed atmosphere and superb bar service.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter | 4.00 | | Good condition but I thought lacking some flavour |
| Titanic - Plum Porter | 4.90 | | Good bittering |
| Skinner's (now brewed by Goodh) - Betty Stogs Bitter | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Fuller's (part of Asahi Europe) - Gale's HSB | 4.80 | Not Tried | |
| Oakham - OPA Original Pale Ale | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Adnams - Ghost Ship Session IPA | 3.40 | Not Tried |
27 Dec 2025 (Magnus Greel)
Late afternoon and rammed with folk everywhere in this popular cosy, comfy, friendly and welcoming back street local. Our patience was rewarded a a table soon became vacant to which we snared and enjoyed our pints.
| Beer | ABV | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otter - Elf | 4.00 | | A dark smoky Christmas ale in superb condition, a joy to drink! |
| Titanic - Plum Porter | 4.90 | | Did what it said on the tin for this well respected brewery. |
| St Austell - Jingle All The Way | 4.10 | | A rich aroma of piney hop notes and raisin, toffee malt notes with a deep bittersweet finish. |
| Allsopp's (brewed at Kirkstall) - Pale Ale | 4.00 | Not Tried | |
| Harvey's - Sisters Table Beer | 3.40 | Not Tried |
About The Park Tavern
Summary of Beer Scores
| Total | |
|---|---|
 | 2 |
| 13 |
| 21 |
| 11 |
 | 1 |
The pub is found in Eltham, Greater London, SE9 5DA.
Very attractive traditional pub sitting behind the High Street in Passey Place. Historic Burton Ales green tiled exterior. Sympathetically and warmly refurbished interior with an impressive all-wood bar. Relaxed atmosphere with classical or smooth jazz background music. 8 handpumps, usually 5 or 6 cask ales usually from the larger regional end of the brewing spectrum. Food served Monday to Saturday lunchtimes. Distinctive light wood constructed bar counter and overhead awning.
We have visited this pub 31 times, seen 107 different beers and tried 39 of them.
Postcode: SE9 5DA