Nolan's Public House, a beloved Victorian darts pub in Lambeth, is set to be demolished and rebuilt as part of a £12 million development project. The pub, located near Nine Elms station and dating back to 1867 on historical maps, will be replaced by a six-storey building featuring an upgraded ground-floor pub, manager's accommodation, and 14 new flats.
Redevelopment Details
The current three-storey building, which is not listed or in a conservation area, will be torn down. The Nolan family, who have run the pub for 40 years, are behind the project. At a Planning Applications Committee meeting in April, Shaun Nolan stated that the building 'no longer reflects the needs of a modern pub or our customers' and that the redevelopment ensures the pub's future viability.
'We strongly believe that redevelopment is the best long-term option for the site,' Shaun Nolan said. 'Our proposal ensures the retention of the public house which we believe has clear social value to the local community. Alongside this, the proposed new homes allow the site to make a positive contribution towards meeting local housing needs.'
Darts Legacy
Nolan's has been a hub for darts enthusiasts for decades, hosting matches five days a week and linked to players like Bobby George. The ground floor and basement will house the upgraded pub, with the existing basement retained and extended. Five additional storeys will be built above for private apartments.
The project, designed by Peckham-based Stefan Shaw Studio, received planning approval, though a completion date has not been announced. The £12 million investment aims to secure the pub's long-term operation while contributing to local housing needs.
