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The Lamb has seen many changes; not only to itself, but to its clientele.
A century ago it would have been packed with market porters and traders, as most fresh produce was sold through London's wholesale markets. Leadenhall, Billingsgate and Smithfield were designed by Victorian architect, Sir Horace Jones.
Today, only Smithfield meat market remains. The rest, like Covent Garden and Leadenhall, have become shopping arcades and tourist attractions.
In the heart of the City, Leadenhall suits its new role
very well.
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A few meat and
fish traders remain, but for the most part, trendy shops, smart cafes and sandwich bars have taken over.
Most of the drinkers in the Lamb work in the financial markets, the Lloyd's building and Stock Exchange are nearby.
Lunchtimes are hectic and it's standing room only on the ground floor. There's a cellar bar, a mezzanine bar (added in the mid-eighties) and on the top floor, a non-smoking bar.
The Lamb has been a film location for John Wayne (Brannigan) and Robert Mitchum (Winds of War).
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