Where To Play Darts In London

Bull up as we present some of the best bars and pubs to play darts in London. From private oches and unique spaces, to comfortable boozers with their own board, it's a great game to play on an afternoon and evening in the city, and these are the great places in which to do it. So limber those wrists, sharpen those darts, get your fighting talk primed and check out our recommendations for the best places to play darts in London.

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Last updated on 20th March 2025



Flight Club

One of the coolest, and most unique places to play darts in London, Flight Club is the home of interactive darts in London, with venues in Islington, Shoreditch, Victoria and Bloomsbury. Brimming with quirky private oches that you can hire for as little as £10 per person, digital dartboards that add up your scores and so many games to choose from, those looking for something a little different won't be wanting to give it a miss. They even host brunch socials every weekend, where you can enjoy an hour's game as well as a bottle of prosecco each with unlimited pizza.

The Lock Inn

If you're a darts fan, then The Lock Inn is just the venue for you. Not only does this Hackney hub have boards that you can showcase your skills on (or embarrass yourself), but it's also home to a top-notch outdoor space, traditional Irish music and sports showings. As for food, you can expect homemade short rib burgers or a mouthwatering wild mushroom and parmesan pizza, washed down by a refreshing pint of rotating beers on tap.

Moretown Belle

Moretown's newest venture is a hotspot for sports games, great beer and delicious food like minute steaks or homemade chilli, alongside a cracking game of darts. Located just a short walk from St Katherines Dock, the Moretown Belle not only boats the biggest single TV in Europe, but they've also got a dedicated area for dartboards and pool tables. Why not try hiring out your own space for a little after-work competition? 

Arrowsmiths Clapham

Having teamed up with Hawkins Forge to host this fantastic experience, Arrowsmiths Clapham blends the classic pub game with high-tech scoring. Their interactive boards offer a umber of fun games, and they do all the maths for you as you play.

Book a 90-minute session for as little as £15 per person, promising plenty of competitive fun. All that excitement got you feeling peckish? then devour hand-stretched pizzas, loaded fries or nachos, washed down with classic cocktails.

The Three Compasses

A laid back boozer in Dalston which has previously won the Time Out award for Best Pub in Hackney E8, The Thee Compasses is a relaxed  spot to play darts in. Whether you're starting with a burger and ending with darts, or simply going for a pint and a go on the board, head on down for a night night on the East London tiles. if you're looking for a little added entertainment while you're at it, they also host weekly quiz nights and DJ sets every weekend.

Hawkins Forge

Two Cocktails for £15.

A popular boozer in the heart of Battersea, Hawkins Forge is a top spot to play a few rounds of darts or games of pool. This traditional spot is housed in a red-brick Victorian building, touting 70s-style seating, neon signs and unique wall art to create an eclectic mix of decor. As well as offering multiple dartboards, you can also find regular live music and Sky Sports here, in addition to a menu of tasty American eats like chicken tenders, halloumi fries or vegan chilli cheeseburgers.

Sports Bar & Grill, Old Street

One of the best pubs with dartboards in London, this unique spot of Old Street offers a range of boards for you and your mates to play on at just £6 per hour, as well as pool tables and live sports coverage too. What's more, they've got a huge range of craft beer or cider and 31 different varieties of gin, alongside an American-style menu which includes everything from bacon cheeseburgers to plant-based hotdogs topped with fried onion. They've even got venues in Canary Wharf and Farringdon too.

Rileys Sports Bar Victoria

For a good old fashioned evening of beers, food and fun, head to Riley's for a relaxed atmosphere alongside a whole darts zone and plenty of other pub sports to keep you entertained. They've got both classic and digital boards, so whether you fancy a traditional game or trying your hand at interactive darts you can do it all here. Prices start at £4.95 an hour, with everything from pool tables to ping pong on the cards as well in this spacious venue.

The Colonel Fawcett

It's time to unleash your inner kid and head to The Colonel Fawcett in Camden. Along with a great array of delicious craft beer and natural, organic wines, the venue also fronts a cracking games room including three social darts boards and contactless pool table, which is even available to hire for private parties. And the best part is darts here costs just £5 per person for a whole hour, or £7 each for 90 minutes. Hungry? Check out their array of delicious pizzas, topped with everything from truffle mushrooms to spicy nduja.

Tokenhouse

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You'll find Tokenhouse in the Moorgate area, providing a warm atmosphere and the perfect escape from the busy City. They've got a dartboard to get competitive on, as well as a pool table, a great choice for nights out with friends.

Expect sleek, industrial interiors here, paired with vintage furnishings and a speakeasy-style cellar bar. Plus, you can enjoy tasty pies, chicken wings and refreshing pints while you play.

The Alexandra

Decked out in wooden furnishings with exposed beams and a striking bar, The Alexandra is a Clapham Common spot worth visiting for many reasons. Not only does this venue offer a darts board for those all-important matches with friends, starting at £10 per hour, but also a crackin' food and drinks menu to fill up on afterwards - think salami picante or oyster mushroom pizzas paired with craft beer.

Cheshire Cheese

After old pubs with dartboards in London? Make your way over to Cheshire Cheese, a popular and traditional boozer in the City of London, to put your aim to the test. While you play darts with your pals, enjoy everything else the boozer has to offer, from Sky Sports screenings to fresh pints and tasty food - we're talking smoky beef brisket burgers, pesto linguini and chicken tikka masala.

Clock House Tavern

Fancy a game of darts? Clock House Tavern in Peckham Rye is serving up an hour of free darts, making it one of the best spots in London to test your aim without breaking the bank.

Tucked away in the pub's charming backroom, the dartboard is the perfect addition to an evening of great drinks, good company, and a buzzing atmosphere. Whether you're a seasoned player or just up for a bit of fun, this South London favourite is an easy win for a casual night out.

The Huntsman & Hounds

In the mood for a few games of darts? The Huntsman & Hounds is the place to go, plus it's dog-friendly. This Elephant and Castle drinking den has a crackin' area to get stuck into the game, all while sinking a beer or sipping from a wide selection of London gins. There's a piano in the corner if you fancy a sing-along, with lots of sofas and comfy seats adding to the cosy vibes too. If you're hungry, there are also a few bar snacks available.

180 Club Camden

Overlooking the iconic Lock, 180 Club Camden is the home of darts on the North side of the river, bringing cutting-edge electronic boards for practicing your game to the city, starting from just £10 per hour. They've got four lanes to play in too, meaning that there's room for up to 14 players at once, cutting down on those annoying queues. There are delicious dishes like crispy panko prawns, short rib burgers and dirty fries to keep you fuelled, alongside signature cocktails such as the English Apple Mule.

All Star Lanes Bowling Alleys

On the hunt for fun activities? All Star Lanes in Stratford, Holborn, Shepherd's Bush and Shoreditch has augmented reality darts with your name on it. Give it your best shot and step up to the oche as you play four interactive and creative games with your pals. While you're waiting? Tuck into delish dishes like popcorn squid, soft shell tacos or classic mac 'n' cheese, with a cracking cocktail menu to boot.

Strike

Wandsworth venue Strike might be a boutique bowling alley at heart, but that doesn't mean you'll miss out on any darts action either. Expect high-tech boards, shuffleboard and billiards tables too, with prices to hire out the boards starting at £19.95 total. This haven of entertainment wouldn't be complete without a mouthwatering menu either, so head to the bar for Buffalo cauliflower wings, candied bacon burgers or nachos, paired with creative cocktails and tank-fresh beer.

Nordic Bar

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Become Odin of the oche with Nordic Bar's interactive darts area, which means you can take your competitive socialising up a gear at the Scandinavian-themed bar - adding to the beer or prosecco pong and table tennis also on the cards. Up to six people can play in your group at any one time and it's only £9 per person, so you can enjoy automatic scoring and multiple unique game modes without breaking the bank.

Pulse Bar

Lunch Offer

Pulse Bar, located just steps from Shakespeare's Globe Theatre in London Bridge and Bankside, is the perfect venue for a day out with friends. Enjoy some friendly rivalry at beer pong tables, test your skills at the augmented darts lanes, or relax with a classic game of billiards.

The food menu includes a range of delicious snacks and dishes, such as Jalapeño cheese bombs, loaded fries, and a selection of tacos, burgers, and shareable platters—ideal for fueling up during your fun activities.

Bat & Ball Stratford

BALLERS UNITED!

Bat & Ball in East London and Covent Garden is an atmospheric entertainment hub boasting an array of games such as pool, ping ping and, of course, interactive darts. Head down with your mates to get stuck in with a couple of rounds and enjoy a few cocktails while you're at it too, from the house Trophy Wife made with lemon and kiwi, to a classic old fashioned. There's even some delicious grub on the menu in the form of Neapolitan pizzas topped with all your favourites. 

London Bridge Rooftop

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For just £25 per person, you can enjoy interactive darts on the beautiful London Bridge Rooftop. Their digital boards have all kinds of fun games to take part in, and the best part is that they do all the maths for you, great for a competitive night out with friends. Even better? Once you've finished your game, you can enjoy the stunning city views while sipping on cocktails and munching street food, including bacon smash burgers and halloumi fries dipped in sweet chilli sauce. 

Walrus and Carpenter

Boasting old-school boards, the Walrus And Carpenter is a friendly boozer situated close to London Bridge. Sink into cosy leather booths when you're not at the oche, taking advantage of their extensive list of cask ales, beers and spirits. As for food, you can expect everything from buttermilk chicken burgers to lentil cottage pie on their classic pub menu.