The Ring Bar Southwark

The Ring Bar Southwark Famously situated opposite the site of the historic home of British boxing, The Ring Bar, is a traditional English pub with a twist.
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Located between Waterloo & Southwark stations we have a brilliant beer selection and authentic Thai menu to match.

INTERNATIONAL BOUTS 🥊🌍Birmingham’s Jack Hood was a firm favourite with The Ring crowd throughout the 1920s. Undefeated a...
17/09/2026

INTERNATIONAL BOUTS 🥊🌍
Birmingham’s Jack Hood was a firm favourite with The Ring crowd throughout the 1920s. Undefeated as British Welterweight Champion from 1926 to 1934, Hood won the coveted Lonsdale Belt outright and added the European Welterweight title to his achievements in 1933.
He fought 12 times at The Ring — and won every one, frequently taking on opponents from continental Europe. In this photograph, Hood is on his way to an eighth-round stoppage victory over Dutch boxer Nol Steenhorst, pictured rising after being knocked down.
The Ring’s patrons had a real appreciation for fighters from around the world and it was an important part of The Ring’s story that helped make the venue one of London’s great fighting institutions.
A South London ring with a truly international reputation. 🥊

Farewell to Mariusz, who after almost 20 years with us is heading off on his next adventure! Mariusz has been a fabulous...
15/09/2026

Farewell to Mariusz, who after almost 20 years with us is heading off on his next adventure!

Mariusz has been a fabulous General Manager here at The Ring and such a huge part of the pub over the years.

Join us in wishing him all the very best in his next venture. Cheers to you, Mariusz! ❤️🍻

History of The RingThis is how boxing was reported back in 1915. The report is taken from the weekly trade paper Boxing,...
11/09/2026

History of The Ring

This is how boxing was reported back in 1915. The report is taken from the weekly trade paper Boxing, which became Boxing News in 1941 and remains in publication to this day.

Despite the country being in the midst of the First World War, boxing continued to be staged twice a week at The Ring throughout the conflict. This was at a time when London itself was coming under attack from German Zeppelins, yet even the threat of air raids did little to deter South London’s boxing fans. They continued to flock to The Ring to watch the latest contests, while those unable to attend relied on reports to keep up with the action.

If you’re stopping by, why not prop up at the bar and chat to our team about our beer rotation? You never know, we might...
09/09/2026

If you’re stopping by, why not prop up at the bar and chat to our team about our beer rotation? You never know, we might have your new favourite in this week! 🍻

Cooler days call for warmer dishes. Our Thai shack is open Monday to Saturday from 11:30-3pm and 5-9pm. Stir fry, curry’...
03/09/2026

Cooler days call for warmer dishes. Our Thai shack is open Monday to Saturday from 11:30-3pm and 5-9pm.

Stir fry, curry’s, spring rolls, eat in, takeaway. What’s not to like?

September’s here, it’s getting cooler and suddenly a pint of Guinness feels just right (did it ever really stop?)Perfect...
01/09/2026

September’s here, it’s getting cooler and suddenly a pint of Guinness feels just right (did it ever really stop?)

Perfectly poured and perfectly smooth every time đź‘Ś

The bells rung for the final bank holiday of the year! 🍻 Join us for a few rounds at The Ring - pints, mates and a long ...
27/08/2026

The bells rung for the final bank holiday of the year! 🍻

Join us for a few rounds at The Ring - pints, mates and a long weekend ahead. What more do you need?*

*sun not included

THE ACTOR BOXERWillie Farrell lived within spitting distance of The Ring and fought there nearly 70 times, becoming a fi...
25/08/2026

THE ACTOR BOXER

Willie Farrell lived within spitting distance of The Ring and fought there nearly 70 times, becoming a firm favourite with the crowds in the years before the First World War.

Known as “The Actor Boxer,” Farrell’s talents stretched far beyond the ring. As well as being a top-flight fighter, he possessed an excellent singing voice and regularly appeared on the stages of London’s music halls and theatres while pursuing his boxing career.

In 1921, matchmaker Dan Sullivan inaugurated the Ring Belt Competitions, bringing together some of the finest fighters in Britain across every weight division. Farrell claimed the Welterweight Belt after an extraordinary run in which he defeated five opponents in just six weeks, culminating in a gruelling 20-round final, with each round lasting three minutes.

In later life, Farrell settled in South America, where he put his considerable experience to use and became a leading boxing coach.

A fighter, performer and local favourite, Willie Farrell was a true character of The Ring’s remarkable history.

21/08/2026

All in a day’s work!

Kick off the weekend with a tasty Thai lunch - the perfect Friday treat. 🍜🍺

Not drinking? We’ve got a Guinness for that! Our new toy has arrived! The same beautifully smooth taste and perfect bala...
13/08/2026

Not drinking? We’ve got a Guinness for that! Our new toy has arrived! The same beautifully smooth taste and perfect balanced flavour - goes down very nicely in a heat wave 🖤

Thai food at The Ring - eat in or takeaway 🇹🇭The Thai HutMon–Sat | 11:30am–3pm & 5pm–9pmMain KitchenMon–Sat | 11:30am–3p...
11/08/2026

Thai food at The Ring - eat in or takeaway 🇹🇭

The Thai Hut
Mon–Sat | 11:30am–3pm & 5pm–9pm

Main Kitchen
Mon–Sat | 11:30am–3pm & 5pm–10pm
Sun | 12pm–3pm & 5pm–9:30pm

Drop by for lunch, dinner or grab your favourites to go.

07/08/2026

Happy international beer day! 🍺
Come celebrate at the ring with an ice cold pint of your favourite!

As manager of The Ring, Dan Sullivan built an impressive group of class boxers, many of which were signed to exclusive c...
06/08/2026

As manager of The Ring, Dan Sullivan built an impressive group of class boxers, many of which were signed to exclusive contracts if their following would attract worthy components that would satisfy the crowds growing appetite for the sport. Before long, there was never a shortage of hopeful fighters who would gather outside the competitors’ entrance with their kit wrapped in brown paper and a towel under their arm, hoping to be picked. Those selected waited in a wooden enclosure known as “”The Pen”” until it was their turn to step through the ropes. For many, it was the start of something special. Several went on to become outstanding fighters, and some would eventually rank among Dan Sullivan’s greatest champions.

05/08/2026

Lunch plans sorted. 🌶️
Grab one of our takeaway boxes from the Thai shack, or settle in and enjoy one of our legendary spice bags with a pint.
We’re open Monday to Saturday from 11:30-3:00 and again from 5:00-9:00, serving up Thai flavours throughout the day.
Our lunch menu changes regularly, so keep an eye on our instagram stories to see what’s cooking 👀

Fridays, fresh pints, much needed catch ups and Thai food on the way home. Summer evenings are hard to beat 🔥
31/07/2026

Fridays, fresh pints, much needed catch ups and Thai food on the way home. Summer evenings are hard to beat 🔥

Address

72 Blackfriars Road
London
SE18HA

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 11pm
Tuesday 11am - 11pm
Wednesday 11am - 11pm
Thursday 11am - 11:59pm
Friday 11am - 1am
Saturday 11am - 1am
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

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