Welcome to The Engineer

Harpenden Hertfordshire

Welcome to The Engineer

Built in 1862/1865, The Engineer was originally called “The Bird in Hand” but has since been known as The Engineer when the railway from London to Bedford was built in 1868.

With a lively and sociable atmosphere, The Engineer boasts a main bar area, dining room, family room suitable for children and dogs, sports bar and large covered garden, garden pods and covered smoking area.

We have a wide range of lagers, cask ales, ciders and craft beers on draught. With an extensive wine, gin and spirit list too, we’re sure you’ll find something just for you here at The Engineer.

Our menu is full of classic pub dishes and we serve a traditional roast with homemade Yorkshires every Sunday.


Eat and Drink

Drinks

Drinks Menu  

Children are not permitted in the Main Bar and Sports Bar. Please book a table in the restaurant or garden if your booking includes children. Please note dogs are welcome in our garden but not permitted inside the restaurant.

Forthcoming Events

At The Engineer

England v New Zealand (Rugby Union – Autumn Internationals)

England v New Zealand (Rugby Union – Autumn Internationals)

Coverage of the match from the third round of fixtures, which takes place at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham. The hosts are looking for their first victory against New Zealand since October 2019, a run stretching back four matches. The last time these two sides met was in November last year when the visitors won a thrilling game 24-22.

Burnley v Chelsea (Premier League)

Burnley v Chelsea (Premier League)

Coverage of the top-flight match from Turf Moor. The hosts will be looking to end their miserable run against Chelsea having not beaten the London club in 11 meetings. In that run the Clarets have only managed to pick up three points from a possible 33 against their visitors, a run that stretches back to a 3-2 victory in August 2017.

Wales v New Zealand (Rugby Union – Autumn Internationals)

Wales v New Zealand (Rugby Union – Autumn Internationals)

Coverage of the match from the fourth round of fixtures, which takes place at Principality Stadium. The hosts have a wretched record against their visitors and haven't beaten them since 1953, a run that stretches back 33 matches. The last meeting between the two sides was in November 2022, with New Zealand hammering Wales 55-23 in that fixture.

Newcastle United v Manchester City (Premier League)

Newcastle United v Manchester City (Premier League)

Coverage of the Premier League match at St James' Park. The corresponding clash ended in a 1-1 draw last season, with Josko Gvardiol giving the Citizens the lead in the first half, and an Anthony Gordon penalty in the 58th minute ensuring a share of the spoils, but City were comfortable 4-0 victors when the teams met at Etihad Stadium.