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	KINGS HEAD & EIGHT BELLS	London SW3 5LR	50 Cheyne Walk, Chelsea
	The Kings Head and The Eight Bells were two adjacent pubs which stood on the bank of the Thames. Henry VIII is said to have stopped here on his way up-river to Hampton Court. He drank in the Kings Head, whilst lesser members of his Court used the Eight Bells. Records show that in 1580 the two pubs merged. In the early 19th century, the pub burned or fell down and was rebuilt on top of the original cellars. Like so many London pubs, it was refurbished in the late 1800’s and again in the 1960’s.	Some of the Victorian alterations have survived, including some etched and cut glasswork and a richly embossed ceiling. Despite all the changes the pub is full of character and has a friendly atmosphere. Manager Tim Sage, prides himself on a selection of well kept real ales and a range of bottled Belgian beers. He may even tell you about the ghost he saw in the cellar; a lady in Tudor dress. "I just wish she’d give me a hand with the barrels" he quips. Food is available most of the day (except winter) and can be enjoyed in the comfortable restaurant or in the bar. Most main dishes are around six or seven pounds. If the embankment hadn't been built, we could still enjoy a pint on the riverbank, pity. © pubs.com
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