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The Old Queen's Head
A pub with an evening programme gives Essex Road a place to carry on after dinner.
- Location
- 44 Essex Road, Islington, London N1 8LN
A place worth knowing
The Old Queen’s Head gives an Islington pub night several directions: DJs and live music, private karaoke, or food before the evening gathers pace. Its Essex Road address puts the bar within a walk of Upper Street.
Choose the night through the programme if music is the reason to go. A karaoke booking and a regular pub table are separate plans, while the Sunday roast offers a quieter way to make a visit.
Practical details last checked 22 Sept 2026
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The Old Queen's Head
44 Essex Road, Islington, London N1 8LN
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44 Essex Road, Islington, London N1 8LN
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