Old London Road cafe

Old London Road cafe Warm & welcoming independent café serving up freshly made fare daily 8am to 8pm (till 9pm Fri and Saturday and open Sunday 10am to 8pm)

Old London Road is an independent, cosy space open 7 days a week for breakfast and coffee, healthy lunch and delicious dinner. We serve fresh food with friendly service from 8am to 9pm to eat in or take away. Start the day off right with our range of breakfast bagels, liven up your lunchbreak with our healthy salads, sandwiches and soups, or swing by the evening for tasty burritos and nachos. You’ll also find hot drinks (including to go), smoothies and cakes, as well as plenty of vegan options - all served with a smile!

Our very first Illustrate & Animate is happening next week at O.L.R. Café - bringing together cartoons, drawing and anim...
06/10/2026

Our very first Illustrate & Animate is happening next week at O.L.R. Café - bringing together cartoons, drawing and animation for an evening of making, experimenting and having fun. 🖊️✨

Join artist Chris Cray () and come along whether you’re already a keen illustrator or just have a few ideas you’ve been waiting to get out of your head. 💭

📅 Tuesday 13th October
⏰ 7–9 PM | Doors 6:30 PM
📍 O.L.R. Café, Kingston

Bring your iPad, sketchbook or simply your imagination - no matter how you like to create, there’s room for you. 🎨

🎟️ Spaces are limited, so book your spot via the link in our bio.

And while you’re getting stuck in, grab some food, drinks or a café favourite to keep those creative juices flowing. ☕🍔🍻

See you next week! 🚀

😂 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT!Need plans for this evening? Cosy Comedy is happening tonight at O.L.R. Café, bringing an evening ...
06/10/2026

😂 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT!

Need plans for this evening? Cosy Comedy is happening tonight at O.L.R. Café, bringing an evening of live stand-up, fresh local talent and plenty of laughs to Kingston. 🎤☕

📅 Tonight - Tuesday 6th October
🚪 Doors open: 7:30 PM
🎤 Comedy: 8–10 PM
🎟️ FREE ENTRY, Link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/cosy-comedy-open-mic-at-old-london-road-cafe-dcdtbp

Come down, grab a drink, get comfortable and enjoy some live comedy in a relaxed café setting. Whether you know your comedy or you’re simply looking for something different to do tonight, you’re welcome.

Fancy taking the mic? 🎤 Performer spots are application-only, so head to the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd55mGvYDaK-IwXg6se7WTzfYnvj60aRqjyFXSC9oqqhFJB-A/viewform to apply.

See you tonight! 😂

05/10/2026

A WEEK OF GOOD STUFF AT O.L.R. 👀🍂

Your calendar called. It wants more fun. 📅✨

From laughs and live mics to crafts, board games, and pottery, something is waiting for you almost every day this week. 🎤🎨🎲🏺

Come solo, bring your mates, make a plan - or just turn up and see where the week takes you. 👀

🎟️ Event details + tickets via the link: https://olrcafe.co.uk/events/

🤝 NEW IN TOWN? LOOKING FOR YOUR PEOPLE?Making new friends shouldn’t be awkward. Join us at Old London Road Cafe for The ...
04/10/2026

🤝 NEW IN TOWN? LOOKING FOR YOUR PEOPLE?

Making new friends shouldn’t be awkward. Join us at Old London Road Cafe for The Friend Zone - a low-key, zero-pressure evening designed to help you connect, chat, and build real friendships!

Think mini speed-friending with fun, easy icebreakers (comfort movies, nostalgic throwbacks, hot takes) and super cosy cafe vibes.

👤 Solo attendees highly encouraged
🌿 Introverts very welcome
🚫 And there’s absolutely no dating involved!

🗓 Friday, 6th November
⏰ 7:30 PM
🎟 £6 (Entry + Drink) | £8 (Entry + Drink + Pastry)

Grab a brew, find a seat, and leave with new besties! ☕🍰✨
🎟 Spots fill fast - book via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/the-friend-zone-at-old-london-road-cafe-kr3w8v

🚀 TWO WEEKS TO FINISH THAT FIRST CHAPTER.Your deadline (or dream project) is calling! On Sunday, October 18th, Old Londo...
04/10/2026

🚀 TWO WEEKS TO FINISH THAT FIRST CHAPTER.

Your deadline (or dream project) is calling! On Sunday, October 18th, Old London Road Cafe transforms into the ultimate quiet zone for writers. 🤫☕

With Shut Up & Write is simple: show up, plug in, and get to work in a room full of people doing the exact same thing. No awkward networking - just pure productivity, comfy seating, and all the caffeine you need to fuel your session.

🗓 Sunday, October 18th
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎟 FREE (18+)

Clear your calendar, bring your project, and build your momentum with us.

👉 Spots are free, but spaces fill fast - reserve yours via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/shut-up-write-at-old-london-road-cafe-282q7p

We're proud to use the Shut Up & Write!® method to host our writing sessions. This is a community-run account and not officially managed by Shut Up & Write! HQ.

🎃🧵 STITCH & SIP: SPOOKY EMBROIDERY NIGHT! 🧵🎃Ready for a cosy Halloween vibe? Grab a coffee, meet great people, and get c...
03/10/2026

🎃🧵 STITCH & SIP: SPOOKY EMBROIDERY NIGHT! 🧵🎃

Ready for a cosy Halloween vibe? Grab a coffee, meet great people, and get crafty at Old London Road Café with expert stitched-art designer Katherine Savage Treasure.Kave!☕✨

Whether you’re a complete novice or a seasoned stitcher, Katherine’s supportive, no-silly-questions guidance will help you bring your spooky hoop design to life. 👻🕸️

📅 Tuesday, 20th October 2026
⏰ Doors 6:30 PM | Start 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎟️ Early Bird from £18 | 18+

Included with your ticket:
🧵 Full embroidery kit with all materials supplied
📖 Easy step-by-step instructions
🍰 Access to OLR Café’s usual lineup of coffee, drinks & tasty treats!

Spaces are kept small for that signature intimate OLR feel - grab your spot before early bird tickets vanish! 🎟️✨
Ticket link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/stitch-lab-at-old-london-road-cafe-kq57jq

🎤✨ OPEN MIC NIGHT: SATURDAY 10TH OCT! ✨🎤Join us from 7 PM at Old London Road Café for an evening of live local music, co...
03/10/2026

🎤✨ OPEN MIC NIGHT: SATURDAY 10TH OCT! ✨🎤

Join us from 7 PM at Old London Road Café for an evening of live local music, cosy vibes, delicious food, drinks & coffee. ☕🍰🎶

Come for the tunes, stay for the community - and make a proper night of it! ✨

🎟️ FREE ENTRY!

Thinking of performing? We’d love to have you on stage! Drop us a DM or email [email protected] to claim a mic slot. 🎤

Mark your calendar - we’re back every other week! 💫

See you on the 10th! 🤎🎶

02/10/2026

Spooky season is officially here, and Old London Road Cafe has your October plans sorted! 🎃✨

We’re hosting 4 unmissable Halloween events this month to get you in the spooky spirit:

🎨 Oct 9th: Halloween Underglaze Pottery Painting
🖋 Oct 15th: Creative Writing Workshop: Release The Bats
🪡 Oct 20th: Stitch Lab
🕵️‍♂️️ Oct 22nd: Murder Mystery: Sip N Solve

Spaces are limited for each event, so grab your tickets now before they're gone! 🎟️
👉 Link to book: https://olrcafe.co.uk/events/

🎓 STUDENT LIFE, SORTED. 🌭🥤Between lectures, study sessions and everything in between, we’ve got your next stop covered. ...
02/10/2026

🎓 STUDENT LIFE, SORTED. 🌭🥤

Between lectures, study sessions and everything in between, we’ve got your next stop covered. 👀

🌭 Hot Dog + Drink - 9.95
📚 Free Wi-Fi when you need to get some work done
🎲 Free board games when it’s time to switch off
🥡 Takeaway available when you’re rushing between lectures

Got a society social, birthday or house party coming up? We do catering too. 👀

Grab a bite, stay for a game, get some work done - or just hang out. There’s always a reason to stop by. 🫶

📍 52 Old London Road, Kingston

02/10/2026

👻🎨 OUR LAST POTTERY NIGHT WAS A HIT… SO WE’RE DOING IT AGAIN, HALLOWEEN STYLE! 🎃

Our last Tipsy Potter night was full of creativity, good vibes and some seriously fun pottery - and now it’s time to get a little spooky. 🕸️🏺

Join us at OLR Café with for a Halloween-themed pottery night! Pick your piece, get creative and enjoy a complimentary drink while you paint. 🍸✨

Choose from:
🕸️ Spider web bowl
👻 Ghost ornament
🎃 Tea light holder

No experience needed - just come along, get creative and have some fun!

📅 9th October | 6:30–9PM
🎟️ £19.50 | 18+

Limited spots available; book yours via the link: https://olrcafe.co.uk/event/halloween-underglaze-pottery-painting/

🧱✨ LET YOUR INNER KID OUT TO PLAY.Two weeks from now, we have TWO awesome LEGO® events coming up at Old London Road Cafe...
01/10/2026

🧱✨ LET YOUR INNER KID OUT TO PLAY.

Two weeks from now, we have TWO awesome LEGO® events coming up at Old London Road Cafe with 🧱🍻

Whether you're looking for a relaxed grown-up evening or a fun day out with the kids, we’ve got you covered:

🍻 Adults LEGO Building Evening (18+)
📅 Wednesday 14th October
⏰ 7 PM
🎟️ £8
Pick your build, meet new people, grab some good food and drinks, and switch off for a couple of hours. No rules, no screens - just bricks, laughs, and a great night! 💛

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 LEGO Building Family Afternoon
📅 Saturday 17th October
⏰ Two Sessions: 11 AM - 1 PM OR 2 PM - 4 PM
Bring the whole family along for an afternoon of creative building and spooky season fun! 🏰✨

Come build something brilliant with us! 🧱✨
🎟️ Tickets for both events are available here: https://olrcafe.co.uk/events/

✍️️ STOP PROCRASTINATING. START WRITING.Got a novel in your head, an essay to finish, or a journal waiting to be filled?...
01/10/2026

✍️️ STOP PROCRASTINATING. START WRITING.

Got a novel in your head, an essay to finish, or a journal waiting to be filled?

Join us for Shut Up & Write at Old London Road Cafe, a distraction-free, caffeine-fueled space to get into your creative flow alongside fellow writers. No pressure, no critiques, just pure focus. ☕💻✨

📅 Sunday, October 18th
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎟️ FREE Entry (18+)

Pack your laptop or notebook, grab a cosy drink, and let’s make progress together.
🎟️ Reserve your free spot via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/shut-up-write-at-old-london-road-cafe-282q7p

We're proud to use the Shut Up & Write!® method to host our writing sessions. This is a community-run account and not officially managed by Shut Up & Write! HQ.

🍂 HELLO OCTOBER, LET’S MAKE IT A SPOOK-TACULAR ONE! 🎃✨As the days get crisp, O.L.R. Café is turning up the cosy and spoo...
01/10/2026

🍂 HELLO OCTOBER, LET’S MAKE IT A SPOOK-TACULAR ONE! 🎃✨

As the days get crisp, O.L.R. Café is turning up the cosy and spooky vibes all month long! ☕️🍁

October is packed with everything you need for the ultimate autumn lineup - from getting crafty at Cosy Craft Club 🎨 and painting miniatures 🖌️ to battling it out over board games 🎲 and cracking the case at Murder Mystery night 🕵️‍♂️! Whether you’re getting inspired at Open Mic Nights 🎤, getting creative with LEGO builds for all ages 🧱, or diving into gothic storytelling and spooky pottery 👻, we’ve got your evenings sorted.

And as always, pair the fun with something delicious to eat and your favourite warm brew or drink in hand. 🍔🍹

📅 Check out the full October calendar, tag your friends, and get your dates locked in!👉

Tickets & event info here: https://olrcafe.co.uk/events/

🧶✨ A NEW SEASON OF CREATIVITY IS CALLING!Cosy Craft Club is back next week at OLR Café! Bring your latest project, pick ...
30/09/2026

🧶✨ A NEW SEASON OF CREATIVITY IS CALLING!

Cosy Craft Club is back next week at OLR Café! Bring your latest project, pick up your needles, pens, paints or whatever you love creating with, and settle in for a relaxed evening with fellow makers. 🎨☕

📅 Wednesday 7th October
⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM
🎟️ £5 - includes a selected drink

Whether you’re starting something new or finally finishing that project that’s been sitting in a drawer 👀, come along and get creative with us.

🎟️ Book your spot via: https://good-show.co.uk/events/cosy-craft-club-at-old-london-road-cafe-dk9brw

We’re ready for a brand-new season of creativity - see you next week! 💛

📚 BOOK CLUB IS TONIGHT!Calling all book lovers - it’s time to put the kettle on, bring your thoughts and join us at Old ...
30/09/2026

📚 BOOK CLUB IS TONIGHT!

Calling all book lovers - it’s time to put the kettle on, bring your thoughts and join us at Old London Road Café for this month’s book club.

Tonight, we’re diving into May We Feed the King by Rebecca Perry - so come prepared to share your favourite moments, thoughts, questions and theories. 👀📖

📍 Old London Road Café, Kingston
📅 Today, Wednesday 30th September
⏰ 6–8 PM
🎟️ FREE ENTRY | All ages
👧 Under 18s must be supervised

👉 Book your spot via the link and join us tonight: https://good-show.co.uk/events/book-club-september-at-old-london-road-cafe-xkdpjj

And don’t forget, next month we’ll be discussing The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers on 28th October. 🚀

✏️✨ YOUR DOODLES ARE ABOUT TO COME TO LIFE!Just two weeks to go until our very first Illustrate & Animate at OLR Café! 🎬...
29/09/2026

✏️✨ YOUR DOODLES ARE ABOUT TO COME TO LIFE!

Just two weeks to go until our very first Illustrate & Animate at OLR Café! 🎬

Join Chris Cray () for a fun, hands-on evening exploring cartoons, drawing and animation - whether you’re a seasoned sketcher or simply have a head full of ideas. 🖊️💭

📅 Tuesday 13th October
⏰ 7–9 PM | Doors 6:30 PM
🎨 Bring your iPad, sketchbook or just your imagination!

🎟️ Limited spaces - grab your ticket via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/illustrate-animate-at-old-london-road-cafe-2v2fnr

And while you’re creating, treat yourself to some good food, drinks and café favourites. Because great ideas are always better with something tasty on the side. 🍔☕🍻

We can’t wait to see what you create. See you in two weeks! 🚀

😂 COSY COMEDY IS NEXT WEEK!Get ready for a night of stand-up, local talent and plenty of laughs at Old London Road Café....
29/09/2026

😂 COSY COMEDY IS NEXT WEEK!

Get ready for a night of stand-up, local talent and plenty of laughs at Old London Road Café. 🎤

Whether you’re a comedy regular or just fancy trying something different, come along, grab a drink, settle in and enjoy an evening of live comedy in a cosy café setting. 🍻

📅 Tuesday 6th October
🚪 Doors: 7:30 PM
🎤 Show: 8–10 PM
🎟️ FREE ENTRY

Want to get on stage? Performers are application-only, so make sure you apply through the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd55mGvYDaK-IwXg6se7WTzfYnvj60aRqjyFXSC9oqqhFJB-A/viewform

🎟️ Grab your ticket now via the link in below, and we’ll see you next week!
https://good-show.co.uk/events/cosy-comedy-open-mic-at-old-london-road-cafe-dcdtbp

Bring your mates, bring your best laugh and get ready for a good one. 😂

⚔️🎨 WARHAMMER PAINTING NIGHT IS BACK!Join us at Old London Road Café for an evening of miniature painting, good company ...
28/09/2026

⚔️🎨 WARHAMMER PAINTING NIGHT IS BACK!

Join us at Old London Road Café for an evening of miniature painting, good company and great food and drinks.

Whether you’re an experienced painter or picking up a brush for the first time, come along, bring your minis and enjoy a relaxed evening with fellow hobbyists.

Andy Shaw aka , award-winning commission painter, will also be on hand with helpful advice, painting tips and techniques.

📅 Monday 28th September
⏰ 6-9 PM
💷 £6
🔞 18+

🎨 Bring your minis, paints & brushes
🎟️ Book via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/warhammer-painting-at-old-london-road-cafe-qg5yc3

Can’t make this one? The next session is Monday 12th October. ⚔️

😂 TODAY’S FORECAST: 100% CHANCE OF LAUGHS.No plans? Sorted. Two comedy shows. One Sunday. One very funny afternoon/eveni...
27/09/2026

😂 TODAY’S FORECAST: 100% CHANCE OF LAUGHS.

No plans? Sorted. Two comedy shows. One Sunday. One very funny afternoon/evening. 🎤

🎙️ 3:30PM - Podcast + Open Mic
🎭 7PM - Stand-Up Comedy

Come for one, stay for both, grab some food and drinks in between. 🍔🍹

📍 OLR Café, Kingston
🎟️ Last-minute tickets available - grab yours via the links below:
https://fixr.co/event/stand-up-comedy-in-kingston-tickets-654671633?lang=en-US

https://fixr.co/event/a-live-comedy-podcast-interview-with-a-professiona-tickets-538704477?lang=en-US

Don’t leave it until tomorrow to wish you’d come. 👀😂

🎤 TONIGHT, THE MIC IS YOURS! 🎶Saturday night calls for live music, good food, drinks and a little bit of local talent. 🤎...
26/09/2026

🎤 TONIGHT, THE MIC IS YOURS! 🎶

Saturday night calls for live music, good food, drinks and a little bit of local talent. 🤎

Join us at OLR Café from 7PM for our next Open Mic Night - whether you’re here to perform or simply enjoy the show, come along and soak up the atmosphere.

🎟️ FREE ENTRY
📅 Tonight - Saturday 26th September
⏰ From 7PM
📍 Old London Road Café, Kingston

🎤 Fancy performing? We may still have a last-minute spot! DM us or email [email protected] to check.

And if you can’t make tonight… don’t worry! 🎶
Our next Open Mic is just two weeks away - Saturday 10th October. Save the date! 🤎

Grab a drink, find a seat and let the music take over. ✨

👻🎨 TWO WEEKS UNTIL THINGS GET A LITTLE SPOOKY…Grab a paintbrush, pick your pottery and join us for a Halloween Tipsy Pot...
25/09/2026

👻🎨 TWO WEEKS UNTIL THINGS GET A LITTLE SPOOKY…

Grab a paintbrush, pick your pottery and join us for a Halloween Tipsy Potter night at OLR Café with 🍸🏺

🕸️ Spider web bowl | 👻 Ghost ornament | 🎃 Tea light holder

No experience needed - just bring yourself, get creative and enjoy a complimentary drink! ✨

📅 9 October | 6:30–9PM
🎟️ £19.50 | 18+

🎟️ Limited spots - book yours via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/halloween-underglaze-pottery-painting-at-old-london-road-cafe-6gbjbv

✨ TONIGHT AT OLR CAFÉ 🎶Make a night of it with Marlowe bringing beautiful folk sounds, acoustic melodies and heartfelt o...
25/09/2026

✨ TONIGHT AT OLR CAFÉ 🎶

Make a night of it with Marlowe bringing beautiful folk sounds, acoustic melodies and heartfelt originals to Kingston.

Grab a drink, tuck into something good and enjoy a laid-back evening of live music with us. 🍽️🥂🎸

📅 Tonight, 25th September
🕢 7:30PM
📍 OLR Café
🎟️ FREE ENTRY - reserve your spot via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/music-in-the-air-marlowe-at-old-london-road-cafe-5526p7

Find a cosy corner and let the music do the rest. 💛

🎲 GAME FACE: ON.Two weeks from now, Board Game Night is back at OLR Café! 🍻Whether you’re here to settle some serious sc...
24/09/2026

🎲 GAME FACE: ON.

Two weeks from now, Board Game Night is back at OLR Café! 🍻

Whether you’re here to settle some serious scores, discover a new favourite game or just have a laugh with your mates, pull up a chair and get playing.

♟️ Classics
🃏 Cards
🎯 Plenty of friendly competition

📅 Thursday 8th October
⏰ 6–8PM
🎟️ FREE ENTRY
📍 Old London Road Café, Kingston

Bring your people. Pick your game. Let the rivalry begin. 👀🎲

🧶✨ TWO WEEKS TO GET CREATIVE! LET’S MAKE SOMETHING!Swap the scroll for scissors, brushes, yarn or whatever gets your cr...
23/09/2026

🧶✨ TWO WEEKS TO GET CREATIVE! LET’S MAKE SOMETHING!

Swap the scroll for scissors, brushes, yarn or whatever gets your creative brain going. 🎨

Cosy Craft Club is back at OLR Café on Wednesday 7th October - a relaxed evening to make, chat, snack and enjoy a drink.

🕢 7:30–9:30PM
🎟️ £5 - includes a hot or cold drink
🔞 18+
🎨 Bring any craft you fancy!

No pressure to be perfect. Just come along and make something you love. ✨

🎟️ Book your spot via the link: https://good-show.co.uk/events/cosy-craft-club-at-old-london-road-cafe-dk9brw

🎓✨ Kingston Uni freshers, come say hi!We’re heading to the Kingston Uni Freshers’ Fair Today! 👋Come find the Old London ...
23/09/2026

🎓✨ Kingston Uni freshers, come say hi!

We’re heading to the Kingston Uni Freshers’ Fair Today! 👋

Come find the Old London Road Café stand, meet the team, grab some treats and discover your new cosy spot for coffee, drinks, board games, good food and community. ☕🎲

Whether you’re brand new to Kingston or just looking for somewhere to chill between lectures, we’d love to meet you! 💛

📍 Kingston Uni Freshers’ Fair
📅 Wednesday 23rd September

See you there! 👀

Union of Kingston Students

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52 Old London Road
Kingston Upon Thames
KT26QF

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 9pm
Saturday 8am - 9pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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