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  • Riverside (off Water Lane), 
  • Richmond, 
  • Surrey, 
  • TW9 1TH
020 8940 6844
Opening Hours:
11am - 11pm
Food Service Times:
12pm - 10pm
Welcome to the White Cross

Richmond’s best riverside pub, famous for our great ales, home cooked seasonal British food & best place to watch the rugby. Whether it’s lunch on the Thames (or sometimes in it), no visit to Richmond is complete without a visit to “The Cross.” We are Richmond's best dog friendly pub; muddy paws and muddy boots are always welcome with us.

Food & Drink

Our kitchen proudly serves the very best of British food from lunch through to dinner every day of the week. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely lunch, a date night dinner or beers with your nearest and dearest right on the banks of the Thames, we have something for everyone.

Celebrate With Us!

Fancy having a party in the Thames? No, really! Not only are we famous for our legendary high tides we are also renowned for being the place to be when it comes to hosting a special occasion in Richmond. So if you have a special celebration coming up splash on over to us and set sail on your perfect party.

Welcome to the best riverside pub in Richmond

Serving Young’s fine ales since 1869 and built in 1780 The White Cross is a piece of local history and home to the famous Richmond riverside sunsets.

Located right on the banks of the Thames, no visit to Richmond is complete without a visit to ‘The Cross.’ Whether you are after lunch on the Thames (or sometimes in it!), sundowners at sunset, a Sunday roast with loved ones or a pint of Young’s Original to watch the rugby, we’ve got you covered.

We pride ourselves on attention to detail, impeccable customer service and strive to offer the very best of British classics and homemade food using only the very best of seasonal British ingredients.

So, whether you’re in need of somewhere to recharge after a long day, or a refuel after a walk along the river, pop in and let us take care of the rest.

Simon and the team cannot wait to welcome you.

Women’s Six Nations

The hotly anticipated Women’s Six Nations has arrived and with our unbeatable atmosphere to rival Twickenham’s terraces, we are the place to be! Ruck n roll to us for some serious sliding and slamming action as we show every tremendous try and tackle live in our rugby loving pub. Grab a try ahead of the game and book your turf now.

Our Cocktail Bar 

Join us every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at our ‘Hole in the Wall’ cocktail bar! We are the bonafide connoisseurs of cocktails and Richmond’s masters of mixology. So if you like shaking it up at the weekend be sure to sail on over to The Cross for your sensational Springtime sip. Views and booze infused… we’ve got you covered.

Terrace Drinks

Spring is finally upon us which means it’s time to head to your favourite riverside local and enjoy Richmond’s best view of the sunset with us on our famous riverside terrace. With our fully stocked outside bar, wrap up warm and make a beeline to us and soak in all that Richmond has to offer.

Sunday Roasts

Every Sunday we serve the best roasts in Richmond served with all of the trimmings – crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside roast potatoes, double egg Yorkies and lashings of gravy. A Sunday well spent brings a week of content so book now with us.

Young’s On Tap

Download the Young’s ‘On Tap’ app ahead of your visit to order from the comfort of your table. You can pay your tab, split the bill with your loved ones and even choose the music. We also give treats away now and again!