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LONDON'S MUST SEE PUBSSOUTH EAST, Southwark (near London Bridge, London Dungeon, Borough Market) "George Inn, Southwark "The George Inn Southwark. Rebuilt in 1676 this is London’s only remaining galleried coaching inn. Now owned by the National Trust it is a living reminder of the glory days of the coaching inn. Charles Dickens frequented this pub and a bar is named in his honour. CITY of LONDON, Fleet Street (near St Pauls Cathedral, High Court, Temple Church)  "Cheshire Cheese, Fleet Street" Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese A sign outside the pub lists the 13 monarchs that have come and gone since this old tavern was built in 1667. Frequented by Dr. Samuel Johnson, it is one of London's most famous and atmospheric pubs.  "Black Friar, Blackfriars, City" The Black Friar, Blackfriars A post Victorian Arts and Crafts marvel, a tongue in cheek whimsy, depicting frolicking friars in pursuit of drinking heaven. Silly, hilarious and beautiful. EAST LONDON, Wapping (near St Catherine's Dock, Tower Bridge)  "Prospect of Whitby, Wapping "Prospect of Whitby, Wapping The Devil's Tavern had a fearsome reputation in the 16th century, now this riverside pub is famous rather than infamous. Tourists flock here for good reason.  "The Grapes, Limehouse, E14"Grapes, Limehouse A simple alehouse on the Thames. When it was built in the mid seventeenth century it was in the heart of the docks. Well known by Charles Dickens, it features as the The Six Jolly Fellowship Porters in 'Our Mutual Friend'. WEST LONDON, Knightsbridge (near Harrods, Hyde Park)  "Grenadier, Knightsbridge"Grenadier, Belgravia Old photos of this little alehouse show it to be basic and functional. Built in 1830 it was frequented by the Grenadier guards, their barracks were nearby. It has a superb mid 19th century pewter bar counter, rare indeed. CENTRAL & WEST END (near Holborn, Covent Garden, British Museum, Trafalgar Square, St. Martin's in the Fields, National Potrait Gallery, Theatreland)  "Princess Louise, Holborn" The Princess Louise, Holborn. This exquisite Victorian pub has been carefully restored by Yorkshire brewer Samuel Smith. A bland exterior hides an extraordinary interior, its superb ceramic decoration is breathtaking. The Gents loos are pretty awesome too.  "The Salisbury, Covent Garden"The Salisbury, Covent Garden A turn of the 20th century dazzler. A riot of etched and cut glass, set off with art deco bronze nymphs. One of London's most elegant pubs in the heart of Theatreland, what a show! St. James's, Westminster (near Piccadilly, Royal Academy, Ritz)  "The Red Lion, St. James's" Red Lion, Duke of York Street, St. James’s. Another misnamed ‘gin palace’ similar to the Argyll but majoring in mirrors rather than etched glass. Why cram such a small pub with so much reflective glass? It looks twice the size. Stunning! West End, Oxford Circus (near Oxford St, Liberty, Regent St, London Palladium Theatre)  "Argyll Arms, Oxford Circus" Argyll Arms, Soho. Tucked away near the London Palladium, this small pub has the glitz of a palace. Its partitioned booths are unique, creating an authentic Victorian drinking experience. NORTH WEST, Maida Vale (near Little Venice, Warwick Avenue)  "Prince Alfred, Maida Vale"Prince Alfred, Maida Vale Mid 19th century pub in Maida Vale, refitted in 1898, its unique facade of curved etched glass, encloses five individual bars. Beautifully carved hardwood fittings. A masterpiece!  "Warrington Hotel, Maida Vale"Warrington Hotel, Maida Vale Richly decorated inside and out in the late 19th century. Ceramics, marble and carved woodwork, come together to make a unique and sumptuous pub. Owned by chef Gordon ramsey. |
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