Market Place, Long Buckby
Est. 2021
A family-run village pub with a proper selection on the bar, the sport on the big screen and a seat waiting for you.
Welcome
Welcome to The Pigeon, a family-run village pub in the heart of Long Buckby, Northamptonshire.
Whether you’re joining us for a pint after work, catching the weekend sport, enjoying an evening of live entertainment or simply meeting friends, there’s always a warm welcome waiting.
With a fantastic selection of draught lager, ciders and craft ales, wines and spirits and alcohol-free drinks, The Pigeon brings together everything we love about a proper British pub.
You’ll find us on the Market Place: a proper pub in Long Buckby, with the sport on, the ale well kept and the door open to the whole village.
Our story
Before becoming The Pigeon, the pub was known for many years as The Peacock — a name that remains firmly rooted in the village’s history.
When Steven took over the pub in December 2021, the decision was made to invest significantly in the premises and give the business a fresh identity. The name change wasn’t about forgetting the past. It was about creating a new chapter, putting our own stamp on the business and building something the village could be proud of.
If you knew it as The Peacock, Long Buckby, you’ll still find the same building, the same bar and plenty of the same faces — just with a new name above the door.
And where did The Pigeon come from? Believe it or not, it all started with a rugby dare. Steven was playing rugby locally in Long Buckby at the time, and what started as a bit of rugby banter eventually became the name above the door.
Nearly five years later, The Pigeon has become much more than just a pub. It’s a meeting place for friends, sports supporters, local characters and people from across the village. The Peacock will always be part of the building’s history, but The Pigeon represents the next chapter.
The Peacock
The Pigeon
Named after a dare on the rugby pitch.
5 years
Five years in December 2026. As we approach our fifth anniversary, we’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has supported us along the way.
Community
At The Pigeon, community isn’t just something we talk about. It’s something we believe in. Supporting grassroots sport and local people has always been an important part of what we do.
From match-day celebrations to everyday conversations across the bar, we’re proud of the friendships and community connections that have developed over the years.
A huge thank you to the people of Long Buckby for their continued support.
The pub
Three things we do properly, every week of the year — with the door open to the whole village.
Enjoy a wide selection of draught lager, ciders and craft ales, wines and spirits and alcohol-free drinks.
Sport is a big part of life at The Pigeon. From rugby and football to major sporting occasions, there’s nothing quite like watching the action with friends and a pint.
We love bringing people together through live music, DJs, karaoke and special events throughout the year.
For the latest events, entertainment announcements and what’s happening at the pub, follow our Facebook page.
See what’s onFamily-run
The Pigeon is part of a family-run hospitality journey that began in 2013. From Daventry and Braunston to Leicester and Long Buckby, our experience has always centred around hospitality, people and creating places where customers feel welcome.
Today, The Pigeon is managed by Zoe, who has been part of the pub’s journey for over two years. Together with the team, she helps keep The Pigeon at the heart of village life.
Opening hours & find us
Everything you need to find the door, and to know when it’s open. If you’re not sure of today’s hours, give us a ring or check Facebook.
Open every day from midday. Hours can vary on match days, bank holidays and event nights — keep an eye on Facebook for the latest.
Follow The Pigeon
Our Facebook page is where you’ll find our latest updates, live entertainment announcements, special events and everything happening at The Pigeon.