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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
Wine Office Court,
Fleet Street,
London,
EC4A 2BU
Tel: 020 7353 6170
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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese was built in 1667, replacing a previous building ravaged by the Great Fire of London. It is tucked away just off Fleet Street, and is a cosy, atmospheric pub with tremendous charm and character. Flagged floors, coal fires in the winter, and a real old world atmosphere make the Cheshire Cheese something of a tourist attraction; the reasonably priced Samuel Smiths ales and good pub food appeal to a wide range of clientele.
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The Black Friar
Queen Victoria Street,
Blackfriars,
London,
EC4V 4EG
Tel: 020 7236 5474
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The Black Friar is another of London’s charismatic pubs, despite its less than inspiring location opposite Blackfriars Station. Originally there was a monastery on the site, until it was dissolved by Henry VIII. Today the Black Friar is a traditional pub, with a simply stunning interior featuring brass depictions of the monks at work. Well-kept real ales and a good selection of pub food make this a popular place to visit.
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The Prospect of Whitby
Wapping Wall,
London,
E1W 3SH
Tel: 020 7481 1095
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Slightly off the beaten track, in Wapping, The Prospect of Whitby nevertheless attracts a brisk trade. It is situated on the banks of the Thames, and commands superb views up and down the river. Cosy and welcoming, the Prospect of Whitby serves a good selection of food and keeps a good pint of real ale on tap.
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The George Inn
Borough High Street,
London,
SE1 1NH
Tel: 020 7407 2056
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The George is one of London’s most enduring pubs; the handsome 17th Century inn is now preserved by the National Trust. It can be tricky to find, being located in a courtyard just of Borough High Street, but once there drinkers can appreciate the slightly eccentric layout, the decent selection of real ales and the uncomplicated pub food.
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The Centre Page
Knightrider Street,
London,
EC4V 5BH
Tel: 020 7236 3614
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The Centre Page is well and truly on the tourist trail, standing between St Paul’s Cathedral and the Millennium Bridge. It is a handsome brick-built pub with a long and fascinating history, and was at one time a favourite watering hole of Charles Dickens, amongst others. Its oak-panelled interior has plenty of cosy corners in which to sit and enjoy a pint of real ale and peruse the menu of good pub food.
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The Jerusalem Tavern
Britton Street,
Clerkenwell,
London,
EC1M 5UQ
Tel: 020 7490 4281
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The Jerusalem Tavern has been the pub of choice of the discerning London drinker for some time now, and is definitely worth a visit. Situated in the heart of trendy Clerkenwell, the Jerusalem Tavern is a characterful old inn dating from the 18th Century. It has retained many original features, such as its splendid interior. Well kept cask ales, bottled beers and some unusual tipples are complemented by a sturdy menu of classic pub fare.
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The Sutton Arms
Carthusian Street,
Clerkenwell,
London,
EC1M 6EB
Tel: 020 7253 0723
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The Sutton Arms is an interesting little pub in Clerkenwell, just around the corner from the Barbican. It is a proper pub in many respects, with a traditional façade and welcoming interior, and offers a splendid selection of cask conditioned ales as well as bottled and keg lagers. The Sutton Arms also serves food, which is of a good standard and is reasonably priced.
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The Old Bank of England
Fleet Street,
London,
EC4A 2LT
Tel: 020 7430 2255
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The Old Bank of England has recently undergone extensive refurbishment, and is now a very elegant place to enjoy a drink. It is positioned on London’s famous Fleet Street, and is very popular thanks to its remarkable interior, well-kept real ales and excellent home cooked food.
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The Market Porter
Stoney Street,
London,
SE1 9AA
Tel: 020 7407 2495
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The Market Porter, near London Bridge, has long been recognised as one of the capital’s top real ale pubs. Drinkers are spoilt for choice, with a diverse selection of beers on tap – happily all are usually in good shape, too. It has a welcoming interior, with wood panelling and plenty of cosy corners, and can get very busy at weekends.
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Ye Olde Mitre
Ely Court,
Holborn,
London,
EC1N 6SJ
Tel: 020 7405 4751
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Ye Olde Mitre is located in vibrant Holborn, but often gets overlooked with so many other pubs available nearby. It is definitely worth the effort of visiting however, as it offers a good range of well kept real ales and bottled beers, as well as decent food. The staff are friendly and offer a warm welcome to customers.
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The Argyll Arms
Argyll Street,
London,
W1F 7TP
Tel: 020 7734 6117
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Despite being right in the centre of London’s touristy Oxford Circus (adjacent to the Underground station), The Argyll Arms is an unspoilt Victorian tavern with a cosy interior. It can get very busy, and this is as much to do with the diverse range of well-kept ales on offer as it is the location. There is also an uncomplicated menu of classic pub fare on offer.
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The Cittie of York
High Holborn,
London,
WC1V 6BS
Tel: 020 7242 7670
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The Cittie of York is located in High Holborn, and subsequently is very popular at lunchtimes with nearby workers. It is equally busy at night, thanks to its remarkable interior with slightly eccentric fixtures and fittings, its keenly priced Samuel Smiths ales and its good selection of bar meals.
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The Westminster Arms
Storeys Gate,
Westminster,
London,
SW1P 3AT
Tel: 020 7222 8520
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Due to its location close to the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey, The Westminster Arms is an exceptionally popular pub, frequented by an eclectic assortment of tourists and government workers. Good pub food is served, and complemented by a good range of cask ales, malt whiskies and wines.
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The Lamb
Lambs Conduit Street,
Bloomsbury,
London,
WC1N 3LZ
Tel: 020 7405 0713
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The Lamb is another pub situated in Bloomsbury, and is one of London’s most famous drinking establishments. The handsome Victorian façade gives way to an equally characterful interior, which has many of its original fixtures and fittings still intact. There is always a handful of real ales on offer, as well as a remarkably diverse selection of malt whiskies. Good value bar meals are also served.
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Admiral Codrington
Mossop Street,
South Kensington,
London,
SW3 2LY
Tel: 020 7581 0005
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Situated in fashionable South Kensington, the Admiral Codrington is a very popular pub with an eclectic clientele. While expensive, even for West London, the real ales and the wines are nevertheless very well kept, and the restaurant at the rear has a very good reputation for food.
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