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Operator: Simmons
233 Old Street, Old Street, EC1V 9HE (View on Google Map)
(020) 3909 5272
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Built in 1965 for Watney's Brewery. Former estate pub, variously the Gluepot, Murphy's Tavern, Nelson's Retreat and then Canvas (bar) and Craft Beer Co. Converted to cocktail bar January 2021.

Information for this venue is provided by the East London & City Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Craft Beer Co; Canvas Bar; Nelson's Retreat; Gluepot; Murphy Tavern
Local Authority
Hackney
Last updated
15/06/2025
Last surveyed
30/01/2020
Leasehold owner
Simmons
Freehold owner
H Company 2 Ltd
Pub ID
ELC/14745
Asset of Community Value
Monday
4:00pm - Midnight
Tuesday
4:00pm - Midnight
Wednesday
4:00pm - Midnight
Thursday
4:00pm - 1:00am
Friday
4:00pm - 2:00am
Saturday
Noon - 2:00am
Sunday
Noon - Midnight
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