Farringdon · Islington
The Betsey Trotwood
A Victorian pub with a basement dedicated to live gigs
- Address56 Farringdon Road, EC1R 3BL
- Phone020 7253 4285
- Websitethebetsey.com
- OwnershipPart of Shepherd Neame
About The Betsey Trotwood
Named after a character from David Copperfield, this Victorian pub on Farringdon Road hides a gig basement that's very active in the local scene.
It takes its name from David Copperfield's great-aunt in Dickens's novel and occupies a Victorian building on Farringdon Road. It combines a ground-floor bar with a classic atmosphere and a gig basement that programmes emerging bands and folk nights, making it a regular stop on Clerkenwell's independent music circuit.
On tap
Beer on tap and a traditional bar selection.
Food
Simple pub food; the focus here is on the bar and the gigs.
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