It would be hard to find a more traditional London pub than the Churchill Arms. Praised by press and customers alike, it offers consistently great beers, excellent food and good service. Manager Gerry O'Brien has run the Churchill enthusiastically for more than twenty years and created a pub to be proud of.
In summer the pub is buried beneath an abundance of flowers and has won awards for its displays, most recently it was voted 'Boozer In Bloom' at Chelsea Flower Show 2007.
Inside, it is rammed full with curiosities and memorabilia; all manner of objects hang from the ceiling, including copper vessels, hat boxes and an astonishing number of chamber pots. Every inch of shelf and wall space is crammed with intriguing items, including a beautiful butterfly collection.
The pictures of American Presidents, from Washington to Nixon; British Premiers and a good number of British Royals, are only out-done by images of Winston Churchill, who takes pride-of-place. This pub was originally called The Marlborough in honour of an earlier Churchill ancestor.
Apart form the surroundings, the reasonably priced Thai food is a major attraction, served in the pretty creeper covered restaurant, which occupies the old garage at the rear. Simple British bar food is available at lunchtimes and there is a traditional roast on Sundays. Children are allowed in the restaurant only.
Photos: Andy Craggs
paulk, 2008-09-25
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"This is one of my favorites. Can get very crowded. And, if you're tall like me it's hard to find a place where you're not blocking someone's view of the football game. Don't miss the Thai restaurant in the back. The Churchill Arms is sheer delight."
"This Pub is a must for all who live in or visit London. Don't worry about it being a bit busy at times shure ya can always have a drink while yer waitin'!"
