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The Horniman at Hays Menu & Prices 2026: Full List & Best Value

The Horniman at Hays is one of London's most recognisable riverside pubs, occupying a stunning Victorian tea warehouse inside Hay's Galleria near London Bridge. Part of the Nicholson's Pubs estate, it serves classic British pub food — from hand-battered haddock in Nicholson's Pale Ale to hand-crafted speciality pies — alongside an impressive range of cask ales, fine wines and gins.

Hay's Galleria, London BridgeHistoric Nicholson's PubCask Ales & Classic British Food
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Signature items

Nicholson's Fish & Chips£17.00
Salmon & Dill Fishcakes£12.50
Sausage & Mash£14.50
Double Chocolate Brownie£7.50
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What to order — at a glance

Best value main
Baked Macaroni Cheese £12.50
Most popular
Nicholson's Fish & Chips £17.00

A pub staple — haddock in Nicholson's Pale Ale batter

Signature pie
Speciality pies served under pastry or mash
Sunday special
Traditional Sunday Roast
Full menu with prices

The Horniman at Hays full menu and current prices

Prices sourced from nicholsonspubs.co.uk menu pages and verified public sources (2024–2025). Some items show no price where it could not be confirmed — verify current prices with the pub directly before visiting.
Breakfast4 itemsStarters & Bar Snacks3 itemsSpeciality Pies5 itemsPub Classics9 itemsSunday Roast2 itemsDesserts3 itemsDrinks4 items
Budget picks

Cheapest items on the The Horniman at Hays menu

  1. 1Double Chocolate Brownie£7.50
  2. 2Apple CrumblePrice unconfirmed — typically similar to brownie
  3. 3Sticky Toffee PuddingPrice unconfirmed
  4. 4Baked Macaroni CheeseVegetarian — best value main on the confirmed menu£12.50
  5. 5Salmon & Dill Fishcakes£12.50
  6. 6Sausage & Mash£14.50
  7. 7Nicholson's Fish & Chips£17.00
  8. 8Chargrilled Chicken & Chorizo£17.00
  9. 9Nicholson's Fish & Chips — Large£18.50
  10. 10Ocean Fish & Chips£19.50
Confirmed prices

The Horniman at Hays — verified item prices

These prices were confirmed from nicholsonspubs.co.uk menu pages and verified public sources. Items without a confirmed price are omitted.

ItemCategoryPrice
Nicholson's Fish & ChipsPub Classic£17.00
Nicholson's Fish & Chips — LargePub Classic£18.50
Ocean Fish & ChipsPub Classic£19.50
Chargrilled Chicken & ChorizoPub Classic£17.00
Sausage & MashPub Classic£14.50
Salmon & Dill FishcakesStarter£12.50
Baked Macaroni CheesePub Classic£12.50
Double Chocolate BrownieDessert£7.50
Pint of IPADrinks£9.30
Pint of LagerDrinks£8.90
Price comparison

How The Horniman at Hays prices compare to nearby pubs

Like-for-like comparison for a central London riverside pub. All prices approximate and location-specific.

CategoryHorniman at HaysAverage London PubGastropub
Fish & Chips£17.00£15–18£18–24
Pub main (e.g. sausage & mash)£14.50£13–16£16–22
Starter / fishcakes£12.50£8–12£12–18
Pint of lager£8.90£6–9£7–9
Dessertfrom £7.50£6–9£8–12
About

About The Horniman at Hays

The Horniman at Hays takes its name from Frederick John Horniman, the Victorian tea trader and philanthropist who also founded the celebrated Horniman Museum in Forest Hill. The pub occupies a beautifully restored Victorian tea warehouse inside Hay's Galleria — a landmark covered shopping arcade on the South Bank, originally built to house goods unloaded from Thames sailing barges. The building's soaring iron-and-glass roof, ornate balconies and antique features make it one of the most atmospheric pub settings in London.

Today The Horniman at Hays is operated by Nicholson's Pubs, part of the Mitchells & Butlers group, which has championed classic British pub culture since 1873. The Nicholson's brand is celebrated for its hand-crafted speciality pies, proper cask ales and a menu rooted in British culinary tradition — think hand-battered fish & chips, game suet pudding and slow-roasted Sunday roasts served with all the trimmings. The Horniman sits steps from London Bridge, HMS Belfast and Borough Market, making it a natural first or last stop for visitors to the South Bank.

With a grand staircase, marble countertops, an antique wall clock and a riverside terrace overlooking the Thames, The Horniman at Hays offers something rare in central London: genuine Victorian grandeur alongside honest pub food and a well-kept bar. An impressive range of gin, whisky and wine complements the rotating cask ales, and the pub draws a loyal crowd of city workers, tourists and locals alike.

1893Hay's Galleria opened
70+Nicholson's pubs nationwide
££price range

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Frequently asked questions

Where is The Horniman at Hays?

The Horniman at Hays is located at Unit 26, Hay's Galleria, 1 Battle Bridge Lane, London SE1 2HD — right on the South Bank near London Bridge Station, HMS Belfast and Borough Market. The pub is easily reached on the Jubilee or Northern line (London Bridge stop).

What kind of food does The Horniman at Hays serve?

The pub serves classic British pub food with an emphasis on hand-crafted speciality pies, traditional fish & chips and comfort mains like sausage & mash and macaroni cheese. Breakfasts, Sunday roasts and a sandwich menu are also available. The kitchen uses quality British produce, including outdoor-bred pork and 21-day aged sirloin.

How much does a meal cost at The Horniman at Hays?

Confirmed prices range from around £7.50 for desserts (Double Chocolate Brownie) to £19.50 for the Ocean Fish & Chips. Most pub mains are between £12.50 and £17.00. A pint of lager is around £8.90 and a pint of IPA around £9.30, which is typical for a central London riverside pub.

Does The Horniman at Hays serve Sunday roast?

Yes — The Horniman at Hays serves a traditional Sunday roast complete with homemade roast potatoes, honey-glazed parsnips, glazed Chantenay carrots, seasonal greens, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Multiple meat options are usually available. It's advisable to book ahead on Sundays as roasts are popular.

Can I book a table at The Horniman at Hays?

Yes, tables can be booked online via the Nicholson's Pubs website at nicholsonspubs.co.uk or by calling the pub on +44 20 7407 1991. The pub also has a private dining room available for larger groups and events.

What ales and beers are on at The Horniman at Hays?

As a Nicholson's Pubs venue, The Horniman at Hays prides itself on a rotating range of cask ales and craft beers, including offerings from Camden Brewery. Draught lager, IPA, Guinness and a selection of wines, gins and whiskies are also available. Prices start at around £8.90 per pint.

Does The Horniman at Hays have outdoor seating?

Yes — the pub has an outdoor terrace with views of the River Thames and HMS Belfast, making it one of the more scenic spots for a drink on the South Bank. The Hay's Galleria courtyard itself also provides a partially covered outdoor area, useful year-round.

Is The Horniman at Hays part of a pub chain?

Yes, it is part of Nicholson's Pubs, a group of more than 70 characterful British pubs operated by Mitchells & Butlers, one of the UK's largest pub and restaurant companies. Nicholson's pubs are known for their historic buildings, hand-crafted pies and well-kept cask ales.

What are the opening hours of The Horniman at Hays?

Opening hours can change seasonally and on public holidays. Visit the official Nicholson's Pubs page (nicholsonspubs.co.uk/restaurants/london/thehornimanathayslondonbridge) or call +44 20 7407 1991 to confirm current hours before your visit.