A newly reopened pub has unveiled an 8,000 sq ft garden as part of a £1 million investment.
The Hammersmith Belle, leased by Belle Pubs & Hotels, has completed the latest stage of its major refurbishment, creating a garden area for 300 people.
This includes beach huts, a children’s play area with a castle, and an all-weather outdoor sports pergola featuring TVs for live sports viewings.
Official ribbon cutting by Rosie Gilligan (2nd left), Councillor Zarar Qayyum (3rd left) and Shooting Starz Lexie Crag (left) and Jacob Cham (right) (Image: Helen Jones) The pub, located on King Street in Hammersmith, underwent a complete renovation and reopened in January 2025 after being the Hampshire Hog before and an Indian restaurant.
Councillor Zarar Qayyum, cabinet member for enterprise and skills, and Saracens and England rugby player Rosie Galligan officially opened the garden on May 24.
The grand opening was marked by a weekend-long garden party with food and drink tastings, children’s face painting, and a jazz band performance.
The pub is a short walk from Hammersmith and Ravenscourt Park stations, as well as the soon-to-be-opened Civic Centre.
Childrens castle climbing frame at The Hammersmith Belle (Image: Helen Jones) As a community-focused pub, the Hammersmith Belle is gaining a reputation as a family-friendly, sports fan, and dog-friendly establishment, welcoming visitors throughout the day and evening, both on weekdays and weekends.
Jane White, managing director of Belle Pubs & Hotels, said: “We’re excited to be unveiling our wonderful pub garden which we hope will become a popular destination for families, groups of friends and sports fans throughout the summer.
“My grandmother lived in Hammersmith, just around the corner from the pub, and I have fond memories of visiting the local area during the summer holidays.
“We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming, fun community pub the whole family can enjoy.
“And with our new garden, we look forward to welcoming even more customers to the Hammersmith Belle.
“All we need now is for the British weather to stay kind to us.”
Inside, the pub has been transformed into a charming space, featuring an interior adorned with red and pink silk roses on the walls and artificial ivy and flowers on the ceiling.
David Evans and Jane White celebrate garden launch at The Hammersmith Belle (Image: Helen Jones)
A well-stocked bar offers a variety of drinks, including keg beer and cider taps, and a menu of family favourite meals from breakfast to dinner, including a traditional Sunday roast.
For sports fans, the pub boasts multiple TV screens and two super screens showing a variety of live national and international sporting events, from football and rugby to Formula One and cricket.
Additionally, there’s a Bull Hitters Winmau-branded darts lounge with five oches, making it a destination venue for darts enthusiasts.
The pub was originally licensed in the 17th century as the Hog.
It was renamed the Hampshire Hog before becoming an Indian restaurant.
It reopened in January 2025 after being taken over by Belle Pubs & Hotels.
The Hammersmith Belle is part of an area in Hammersmith benefiting from a revival, supported by local efforts to enhance the late-night economy and improve the streetscape.
The pub is next to the new Civic Campus and the new Hammersmith Highline.
Phase three of the £1 million refurbishment plan is expected to include the addition of 14 bed-and-breakfast accommodation rooms, planned for later this year.
Mr Qayyum, said: “The Hammersmith Belle is a great pub and a much-loved part of Hammersmith’s late-night economy.
“We’re committed to growing our late-night economy in Hammersmith & Fulham as it plays a vital role in providing jobs, attracting visitors, and offering social connection.
“Not only will it support our thriving hospitality industry but it will also benefit the wider borough economy too.”