The Victorian south east London pub featured in new Netflix rom-com series

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A community pub dating back to the 19th century recently made an appearance in a brand-new Netflix show.
The Ivy House in Nunhead made an appearance in the Netflix rom-com series Too Much starring Megan Staller.
The Ivy House in Nunhead made an appearance in the Netflix rom-com series Too Much. (Image: Liz Gorman)
This Victorian pub famously made an appearance in the first episode of the season when Jessica, fresh from America, moves to a council estate in London after accepting a job in the city.
The pub can be seen during the scenes where Felix, played by Will Sharpe, is playing at an open-mic night with the interior of The Ivy House used as a filming location.
The pub can be seen during the scenes where Felix, played by Will Sharpe, is playing at an open-mic night. (Image: Liz Gorman)
In real life, one of the co-creators of Too Much - Luis Felber - is a musician who formerly played at the pub in his early career.
Known as London's first community-owned pub, The Ivy House is a popular spot for musicians and music lovers alike, and was named as one of the Top 50 London pubs by Time Out last year, coming in at number 22.
The Ivy House is known as London's first community-owned pub. (Image: Imogen Forte)
Dating back to 1865 when beer was first served there on the site, this community pub was founded by local residents in 2013 who saved the building from being demolished.
Today, it has become a hub for the local community, hosting live events from punk and poetry to film screenings and Sunday jazz.
It has become a hub for the local community. (Image: Imogen Forte)
With its original curved bar, timber panelling, and a preserved concert hall, the pub blends heritage with a lively, modern atmosphere.
It's a venue where the music never stopped: Ian Dury, Elvis Costello, and Joe Strummer once played here.
The pub blends heritage with a lively, modern atmosphere. (Image: Imogen Forte) Now it regularly hosts new and emerging talent, along with spoken word nights, community meetups, and children's drama workshops.
It's a place where locals of all ages - and often their dogs - come to enjoy some entertainment and community spirit.
As for food and drinks, the pub serves nine craft beers and four cask ales, along with a curated wine and cocktail list, as well as specials like pizzas and Sunday roasts.