Peter Haydon Libros

This celebration of London's pubs is aimed at anyone with an interest in British history and architecture. The book features 120 of the capital's best-known drinking places, from oak-beamed, 16th-century taverns - often favoured meeting places for smugglers and villains - to the elaborate gin palaces of the Victorian age, each demonstrating London's rich cultural heritage from a new and dynamic perspective. Each entry offers a history of the pub's architectural evolution, its changing role through the centuries and its famous (and infamous) patrons. There is also practical information on location, opening hours, and food and drink selections.

A thirst-inducing, indispensable guide for pub aficionados! The London pub is an institution, and this completely updated book gives the lowdown on 117 of the best. They're all organized by area, mapped, and photographed inside and out. Every entry features an overview of the cask ales on offer, historical and architectural details, and a description of the pub's character. A “Where to go if you like…” section helps readers locate special pub choices by interest.