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The Lamb and Flag – a Covent Garden Institution

July 5, 2011 by
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The Lamb and Flag is the Oldest Pub in Covent Garden: There are many pubs in Covent Garden, but none as old and historic as the Lamb and Flag. Tucked away in Rose Street, away from the main drag, the Lamb and Flag is a Covent Garden institution. This historic London pub was first licensed in 1623, making it the oldest pub in Covent Garden, and perhaps one of the oldest in London as well. The Bucket of Blood The Lamb and Flag was once insalubriously known as the Bucket of Blood because … [Read more...]

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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese – Famous for its Literary Clientele

January 21, 2011 by
Historic London Pub

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese - A Historic London Pub Associated with Many Literary Figures: As far as historic London pubs go, Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese couldn't be more historic. It is one of a number of London pubs to have been rebuilt shortly after the Great Fire of London in 1666 - the former inn on this site, which dates back to 1538, was destroyed in the Great Fire. Historic London Pubs There are many historic pubs in London but what makes Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese special is the host of … [Read more...]

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