There has been a hostelry on this site since 1868 when the architect Edward Paraire, who specialised in pubs and chapels, designed a building, located within the ground, with a graceful wrought iron balcony. His building was controversially demolished almost a century later, when the SW corner of Lord's was redeveloped and the current building was built, next to the Grace Gate, in 1967. Essentially one single room including a restaurant area. Good for visiting the cricket ground, obviously, and there is seating at the front heated terrace to view St John's Wood Road as well! Sports TV on but with sound down. Note that it can be closed to the public on "big match days" but on other occasions you can get a pass out from the ground to have a beer. The licence does not permit alcohol sale until noon on Sundays. Also note that the venue has Summer and Winter opening hours and the hours given here may be incorrect; check venue website.