London's Best Pubs - Softcover

Haydon, Peter

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1847734219 ISBN 13: 9781847734211

Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd, 2009

Synopsis

A thirst-inducing exploration of London's best drinking establishments, and an indispensable guide for pub aficionados everywhere. The London pub is an institution and this completely updated book gives the full lowdown on 117 of the best choices in the city, from East End boozers to smarter venues outside the centre. Divided by area and accompanied by photography showcasing both interiors and exteriors, the pubs described here will appeal to a broad range of visitors, both tourists and London residents alike. Every entry features an overview of the cask ales on offer, together with informative historical and architectural snapshots and details on the character of each pub. Maps at the beginning of each area chapter enable the reader to find the way to their chosen drinking hole. In addition, a special Where to go if you like... section lists particularly special pub choices by interest. Featuring the best choices in the city, wherever you are.

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Review

[A] handsomely produced book...Haydon has trawled wisely
--New Imbiber

About the Author

Peter Haydon is a pub historian who spent three years editing the Society of Independent Brewers' magazine before becoming the society's General Secretary for four and a half years. Also the author of The English Pub (now republished as Beer and Britannia: An Inebriated History of England) and the editor of Which? Guide to Country Pubs and a CAMRA guide to the best pubs in London, he regularly gives talks on beer pubs and England's Drinking History. He is a director of the Meantime Brewing Company.

Edition details

• Publisher: New Holland Publishers Ltd
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1847734219
• ISBN 13: 9781847734211
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224