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Operator: Independent
86-88 Point Pleasant, Wandsworth, SW18 1PP (View on Google Map)

Small backstreet local close to the river, renamed in the 1990s after a lost cat who returned. Acquired and refurbished by Harvey's in 2012 and now parading Harvey’s windows and fascia, it is Harvey's second London pub (15 years after they took over the Royal Oak in Borough, SE1) and a good addition to Wandsworth. Under new management since June 2021. There’s a garden at the back, and a function room upstairs. This pub is a remarkable survivor amidst the mass development of upmarket riverside apartments all around.

All the bric-a-brac from a previous era has gone but it still retains its warm, intimate atmosphere with comfortable sofas to help ensure an enjoyable visit. Four real ales are available from Harvey's. The 4th handpump often features Harveys Dark Mild or Olympia. The pub sometimes offers live music (mostly blues and folk), An upstairs room known as the 'Lions Den' is available for hire. No food is served on the third Wednesday of the month.

Information for this venue is provided by the South West London Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Forester Arms; Brush
Local Authority
Wandsworth
Last updated
11/05/2025
Last surveyed
18/02/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Harveys
Pub ID
SWL/2721
Asset of Community Value
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Monday
Closed
Tuesday
5:00pm - 11:00pm
Wednesday
4:00pm - Midnight
Thursday
4:00pm - Midnight
Friday
4:00pm - 1:00am
Saturday
2:00pm - 1:00am
Sunday
1:00pm - 10:00pm
Monday
No Service
Tuesday
No Service
Wednesday
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday
No Service
Friday
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Sunday
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 3 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen
Harvey's - Olympia
Harvey's - Olympia Session Golden Ale • 4.3%
Harvey's - Olympia
Harvey's - Olympia

Session Golden Ale

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 4.3%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Sussex Best Bitter - Harvey's
Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter Session Bitter • 4% Spotted 3 times
Sussex Best Bitter - Harvey's
Harvey's - Sussex Best Bitter

Session Bitter

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 4%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Spotted 3 times
Harvey's - Sisters
Harvey's - Sisters Session Bitter • 3.5%
Harvey's - Sisters
Harvey's - Sisters

Session Bitter

Dispense: Handpump
ABV: 3.5%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
This beer is served regularly.
Harvey's - Dark Mild
Harvey's - Dark Mild Mild • 3% Spotted 10 times
Harvey's - Dark Mild
Harvey's - Dark Mild

Mild

ABV: 3%
Vegan: No
Gluten Free: No
Spotted 10 times recently. Last spotted 2 days ago
Changing

Beers from Harvey's range and occasional guests.

Changing beers typically include: Harvey's (seasonal)

Source: National


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Facilities
Live Music Live Music
Piano, Jazz and Blues evenings
Garden Garden
One bench on pavement at front and full garden at back
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Events Events
Host for annual Wandsworth fringe; poker night; life drawing; quiz night; cycling club. Contact for details.
Function Room Function Room
Games Games
Real Fire Real Fire
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
Cask Marque Cask Marque
Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 4 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes (160m)
37, 39, 170, 220, 270
Nearby Station (850m)
Wandsworth Town

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