When searching for pubs in Peckham, you might be looking for somewhere to meet friends, watch the football, enjoy a meal or find some live music. But what makes a pub somewhere you want to return to, rather than simply somewhere to have a drink? Often, it comes down to variety, character and a welcoming […]
Read MoreIf you’re searching for an Irish bar in London, you may actually be looking for something quite specific: somewhere with a genuine Irish atmosphere, good Guinness, traditional music, friendly conversation and a sense of community. That is rather different from a city-centre venue that simply uses Irish décor and branding. In South East London, Skehan’s […]
Read MoreA good Sunday roast in South London should be about more than what arrives on the plate. Of course, the food matters. But the best Sunday lunches are also about having time to sit down with family or friends, enjoying a drink, chatting without rushing and spending a few relaxed hours somewhere that feels welcoming. […]
Read MoreLooking for a live music pub in South London where there’s more to the experience than watching a band on stage? At Skehan’s in Nunhead, music is part of the pub’s identity. From traditional music sessions and open jams to Writers Circle gatherings, karaoke, rock’n’roll and Saturday gigs, there’s a variety of ways to experience […]
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a pub quiz in Peckham, knowing what to expect before you arrive can make all the difference. At Skehan’s in nearby Nunhead, the Thursday quiz starts at 8:30pm, costs just £1 to enter, and allows unlimited team sizes. There are prizes to play for, a broad mix of subjects and the […]
Read MoreLooking for a Peckham Thai restaurant but fancy trying somewhere a little different? Just around a mile from Peckham, in neighbouring Nunhead, you’ll find Chai’s Garden at Skehan’s. The journey is short, but the experience is quite different from visiting a conventional Thai restaurant on a Peckham high street. Chai’s Garden is part of Skehan’s, […]
Read MoreLooking for pubs in Peckham where you can watch live sport, enjoy a pint of Guinness and experience the excitement of match day? Just a short trip away in Nunhead, Skehan’s is an independent Irish pub showing live football, rugby and GAA, with multiple indoor screens and outdoor TVs in its hidden garden. Whether you’re […]
Read MoreIf you’re looking for a pub in South London where you can watch live sport, the atmosphere matters almost as much as the match itself. A good sports pub gives you somewhere to meet friends, grab a drink, settle in for the game and actually feel part of the occasion. At Skehan’s in Nunhead, live […]
Read MoreLooking for a Thursday pub quiz in London? A good quiz night should be about more than answering questions correctly. The best quiz nights combine interesting questions, a relaxed atmosphere, a bit of friendly competition and a pub where you actually want to spend the evening. If you’re looking for a London pub quiz on […]
Read MoreIf you’re searching for trad music in London, you might expect to find it in a dedicated music venue or specialist Irish bar. But some of the best traditional music experiences still happen somewhere much simpler: the local pub. At Skehan’s in Nunhead, traditional music is part of the life of the pub. Musicians come […]
Read MoreIf live sport is important when choosing a pub, Skehan’s is showing the Autumn Internationals throughout November 2026. The fixture schedule includes a particularly strong selection of home-nation matches. November Rugby Fixtures at Skehan’s Friday 6 November Saturday 7 November Sunday 8 November Friday 13 November Saturday 14 November Sunday 15 November The programme continues […]
Read MoreImagine popping into your local pub for an evening of music and finding yourself watching a performance from one of Ireland’s rising singer-songwriters. That’s exactly what happened at Skehan’s in Nunhead in September, when Aaron Rowe made a surprise appearance at the family-run pub. For customers who happened to be there, it was another of […]
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