Historic London Pubcast

Send us a textLet's visit what might be the two most famous pubs in Soho -- The Coach & Horses on Greek Street and The French House. We discover lots of interesting characters have been patrons=============================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhap...

Send us a textLet's continue our look at great Soho pubs. These are my personal favorites----------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty Additionally, the following resou...

Send us a textLet's explore 3 historic pubs all with the same name -- The Red Lion======================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty (Red Lion Crown Passage article)Additionally, the following resource(s) w...

Send us a textLeadenhall Market has 2000 years of history and 3 great pubs in or around it. Let’s check them out-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty (Countin...

Send us a textVisiting 3 unique establishments have us starting and ending at a ship with a cool subterranean in between=============================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann LaffeatyAdditionally, the following r...

Send us a textTwo fine pubs in the Pimlico area with great legends and architecture====================================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann LaffeatyAdditionally, the following resource(s) were used in researching ...

Send us a textThe Angel Bermondsey is a pub with lots of historic legends and it has two neighboring pubs (the wings) with less history but fun facts none the less: Turner’s Old Star and The Ancient Foresters==============================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehist...

Send us a textThe Town of Ramsgate and the Prospect of Whitby along the river in Wapping have been serving some interesting clientele for the last 400 years. Let's see who's popped in.=============================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by...

Send us a textIn this second episode on the historic pubs of Fitzrovia, we branch out to the pubs other than The Fitzroy Tavern. In this one, the Wheatsheaf, Marquis of Granby, Newman Arms and The Museum Tavern are discussed, all having impressive lists of famous patrons and the stories that go with them===========================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISB...

Send us a textFirst of two episodes on the historic pubs of London's Fitzrovia. This first episode is devoted to the rich history of the pub that defined the area, The Fitzroy Tavern. Since the 1920, this pub has been a favorite of famous artists, writers and celebs.======================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (...

Send us a textNow that we have full explored The George Inn in the previous Southwark episode, let's look at some other great historic pubs in the area: The Old Kings Head, The Wheatsheaf, Southwark Tavern and The Anchor BanksideThe following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann L...

Send us a textWith roots going back 500 years, the George Inn, Southwark's only surviving coaching inn, has a rich history. We devote this entire episode to this historical treasurehistoric.london.pubs@gmail.com

Send us a textPreviously, we covered the Star Tavern. Now let's check out 3 other great Belgravia pubs. From hauntings to horses, these are fun ones to visit-----------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.co...

Send us a textSometimes it's tough to be a pub. This episode looks at 3 historical disasters that affected London beer supply and pubs.==================================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann LaffeatyAdditionally, the followi...

Send us a textThe Mayflower Pub along the river is such a great one. Why did the Pilgrim father's sail away? Let's investigate further------------------------------------------------The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann LaffeatyAdditionally, the foll...

Send us a text3 great neighborhood pubs that are linked to true crime events. -----------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann LaffeatyAdditionally, the following resource(s) were quoted in this episode:The Bli...

Send us a textTwo great pubs in the Bloomsbury area, one with lots of famous patrons and the other with a historical connection to the royals. Join us for the full story-----------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by An...

Send us a textWe cover two great pubs in the Clerkenwell area. One has roots back to Tutor times and the other one looks as if it could have-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/&nbsp...

Send us a textOn this, our second episode on the great gin palaces of London, we visit the last 3 on our top 5 list: The Viaduct Tavern, The Princess Louise and The Crown and Sugarloaf.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswhereh...

Send us a textLet's explore the class of pubs known as gin palaces. This episode, the first of two, discusses how these ornate pubs came about and takes us to two great examples, The Salisbury and The Argyll Arms.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipe...

Send us a textThe Star Tavern in Belgravia has a colorful history due the the patrons said to be a blend of "West End glamor and East End skullduggery". Join me for a pint and all all the details-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://london...

Send us a textThe Lamb and Flag pub on Rose Street has secrets going back to King Charles II's restoration court. Come with us as we explore this gem tucked away in the busy Covent Garden area.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The following resources are quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubsw...

Send us a textLet's take a visit to the grand old pub of Fleet Street. It has been waiting for us since 1667===============================================The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)Wikipediahttps://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann LaffeatyAdditionally, the following resource(s) were used in re...

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