Soho Blue Posts pub owners buy their Stoke Newington local

The Londesborough was sold in an off-market deal to Colin Butcher and Anna Bröjer, who live in the area and already run The Blue Posts in Berwick Street.

The Posts is renowned as an “old school” pub with a carpet, craft beer, and events including stand-up comedy and jazz and blues nights.

The pub was built in the 1860s and has a rich history including as a spot where the Kray twins drank in the 1960s. (Image: The Londesborough) Now, the duo have acquired a Victorian pub at the corner of Londesborough Road and Barbauld Road, Stoke Newington, from the previous owners Patrick and Gregory Wright, who had run it for 17 years.

Built in 1868, it was originally called The Londesborough Tavern and has a rich history including as a venue for billiards and social meetings – such as The Pride of Stoke Newington mutual society.

It is also one of the pubs where East End gangsters the Kray twins drank in the 1960s, but in recent years it has become a cherished local, successful wedding venue, and renowned gastro pub loved for its Sunday roasts.

In recent years the pub has been renowned as a gastropub and wedding venue. (Image: The Londesborough) Colin and Anna said: “We are delighted to be the custodians of a pub that we very much love and have enjoyed as customers.

“There is so much to admire about the Londesborough, from its great team to the unique character of the Victorian building itself. We look forward to continuing to grow the business whilst retaining the vibrant atmosphere that makes it special.”

Andy Frisby, Fleurets director & head of central London agency, who acted for the seller, added: “We are very pleased to have facilitated the sale of the Londesborough, it’s a fantastic pub with a unique combination of history, character, and community appeal.

“This off-market deal illustrates the growing preference for quietly approaching the market on behalf of sellers, which is a trend that is becoming more popular as people seek more bespoke transactions.

“I look forward to seeing how Colin and Anna will continue to build upon the pub’s legacy and success.”

The pub has been refurbished in minimalist style with exposed brickwork, and large retro style chairs and benches, and the new owners have applied for a late licence on Friday and Saturday until midnight.

The Londesborough is at 36, Barbauld Road, N16. Visit www.thelondesborough.net for information.