A ‘warm and cosy’ pub has gone viral after a visitor claimed it has ‘the prettiest view in London.’ Found on Richmond Hill, the Roebuck overlooks the River Thames and boasts of ‘one of the best views in Britain’.
The ‘stunning’ scenery wowed TikTok user Jennifer Anne during her recent visit. Posting on social media under the username @restaurantgram, she praised the Roebuck for having “the prettiest view in London.” Her video showed off the view from outside the pub, which she filmed during sunset.
In her caption, Jennifer wrote: “A takeaway pint and sunset among the falling autumn leaves is the perfect way to spend a slow London afternoon. This stunning view sits right across the street from Roebuck in Richmond. And you want to escape the cold, the inside of the pub is just as warm and cosy.”
The video went viral on TikTok, gaining over 300k views and thousands of likes. One comment said: “What a view! We love Richmond.” Another fan wrote: “Richmond is extremely beautiful.”
Someone commented: “That is an epic view.” More praise read: “Glorious.” A visitor said: “Literally just went there, SO GORGEOUS!” A different comment said: “Need to go.” Someone else put: “Love it here.”
The Roebuck is a Greene King pub, with information about the pub restaurant available on Greene King’s website. It states: “A cosy country welcome in the heart of the town. Blessed with the same stunning views of the river Thames and the surrounding landscapes that have inspired artists and writers for centuries, our pub the Roebuck is Richmond’s oldest pub, standing proudly on Richmond Hill since 1717.
“With a rich history, our building has a wealth of local tales to tell, plus two floors filled with hidden treasures around every corner, including a menu of refreshing drinks behind our bar, and a whole host of delicious delights in our kitchen.
“Enjoy a pint of cask ale by the fire, tuck into a Sunday roast in the Dining Room or celebrate special occasions in our wonderful private space, The Turner Room. With tasty, honest pub food served all day, every day, we can’t wait to welcome you.”
The pub is also listed on TripAdvisor, where the description states: “Perfectly placed on Richmond Hill, at the edge of Richmond Park, our idyllic location is host to a historic, traditional, yet stylish pub, and home to one of the best views in Britain.”
With an average rating of four out of five stars, the pub has hundreds of four-star and five-star reviews. One visitor said: “Amazing place. Delicious food and drinks. Stuff is very friendly and helpful and the atmosphere absolutely great!!!!”
Someone else wrote: “The Roebuck is a fantastic pub in Richmond, London. Probably the most amazing views over the Thames in London. Sitting on top of Richmond Hill, it is a great place for views, drinks and food.”