Plumstead Radical Club, pool in Plumstead

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Plumstead Radical Club: Pool & Snooker in London

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83-88 Walmer Terrace, Plumstead, London · SE18 7DZ · Mo-Fr 11:00-23:00; Sa 11:00-00:00; Su 12:00-22:30

Plumstead Radical Club is an old-school CIU social club opposite Plumstead station that doubles as a South London and Kent Pool Alliance venue. Free, no-frills pool with a proper local crowd.

The pool setup

Pool here is a club staple rather than a bolt-on attraction. Plumstead Radical fields a team in the South London and Kent Pool Alliance, so the table sees regular league nights through the winter and summer seasons. That means decent kit and players who actually know the game, which is great if you want a real frame and less ideal if you turn up mid-match. It is English eight-ball pub pool, not American. On a quiet night you can usually just play; on a league night the table will be tied up, so it is worth checking before you head over.

Good to know

This is a CIU members' club, not a normal pub, so the bar may be open to members only and you might need signing in as a guest. There is no booking system; it is a walk-in. Drinks are cheap and there are usually a couple of cask beers on. Beyond pool you get darts, sport on the TV, occasional live music and a garden. It is family friendly during the day. The club is directly opposite Plumstead railway station, so it is an easy hop from the train.

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Common questions

What is Plumstead Radical Club?
It is a CIU-affiliated members' social club at 83-88 Walmer Terrace in Plumstead, SE18 7DZ, opposite Plumstead station. It has pool, darts, a garden, sports TV and a members' bar, and is a venue in the South London and Kent Pool Alliance.
Is it free to play pool at Plumstead Radical Club?
Yes, pool is free as part of the social club. Bear in mind it is a members' club, so the bar may be members-only and you might be signed in as a guest.
Do you need to book a table?
No. There is no booking system, it is walk-in. On league nights the table may be busy, so it is worth checking before you go.
Do I have to be a member to get in?
It is a CIU members' club, which means the bar may be open to members only. Visitors are often signed in as guests, but entry is at the club's discretion.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Friday 11:00 to 23:00, Saturday 11:00 to midnight, and Sunday 12:00 to 22:30.
What is the nearest station?
Plumstead railway station is directly opposite the club, so it is a very short walk.

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