Recommended Real Ale Pubs in London

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Real Ale Pubs in London

Without a doubt, the following recommended list of real ale pubs in London are well worth a visit. Keen to maintain high standards, year in year out, our pick of the real ale pubs in London should ensure you find the best kept and perfectly served pint of the nutty brown stuff.
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Henry J Beans
153-163 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1NE
  • Everyday ‘Cocktail Club’ and drinks discounts 5pm-9pm
  • Delicious American themed food menu
  • Wimbledon’s party bar every Fri & Sat - open til 1am
  • Sunday brunch and Sunday roasts
  • Private parties, area bookings, guest lists
The Apple Tree
(Pub Food)
Real ale pumps offer Greene King IPA and Sundance on draught and they're served in proper ale glasses.
45 Mount Pleasant,
Holborn,
London,
WC1X 0AE
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Argyll Arms
(Pub Food)
Enjoy a range of ales from this historic haunt on Argyll Street.
18 Argyll Street,
London,
W1F 7TP
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The Artillery Arms
(British)
As a Fuller's pub, the Artillery Arms serves a comprehensive selection of ales from the Chiswick-based brewer.
102 Bunhill Row,
The City,
London,
EC1Y 8ND
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The Bald Faced Stag
(British)
The food is a great reason to visit the Bald Faced Stag, but the laudable selection of beer, ale and cider is another.
69 High Road,
East Finchley,
London,
N2 8AB
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Banker
(Gastro Pub Food)
The full range of Fuller's ales are available at this riverside pub in the City.
Cousin Lane,
London,
EC4R 3TE
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The Bar
The Bar is a lively venue that hosts live music and has recently introduced real ale to its drinks list.
7-9 Seven Ways Parade, Woodford Avenue,
Ilford,
Essex,
IG2 6JX
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Battersea Mess and Music Hall
(British)
Battersea Mess and Music Hall is a former 18th century nursing home that has been transformed into a pub playing homage to a 1930s working men's club. Alongside a British food menu created by chef Michael Chaplin, a comprehensive choice of real ales, ciders and spirits are available.
49 Lavender Gardens,
Battersea,
London,
SW11 1DJ
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The Bear
(Gastro Pub Food)
The Bear offers specialist real ales like Skinny’s and Pitchfork - with prices nudging the £3.50 a pint mark.
296a Camberwell New Road,
Camberwell,
London,
SE5 0RP
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Betsey Trotwood
(Pub Food)
Spitfire and Bishops Finger are the regular two but there are usually a few guests in attendance.
56 Farringdon Road,
Clerkenwell,
London,
EC1R 3BL
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Birkbeck Tavern
Located on Langthorne Road , the Birkbeck Tavern has a selection of drinks and cask ales available and facilities for playing pool and darts. They also host the What's Cooking live music event every week on Wednesdays and some Sundays.
45 Langthorne Road,
Leytonstone,
London,
E11 4HL
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The Bishop
(British)
A malty Ruddles Country may be found on the real ale cask alongside guests like Abbot Ale or a Weasel Beer.
25 Lordship Lane,
Dulwich,
London,
SE22 8EW
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Black Lion
(British)
An historic pub in Plaistow, the Black Lion is Cask Marque accredited and is regularly listed in CAMRA's Good Pub Guide. It provides a selection of rotating real ales and it also popular with football fans due to its location close to West Ham's Upton Park.
59-61 High Street,
Plaistow,
London,
E13 0AD
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Bloated Mallard
(British, Pub Food)
Bloated Mallard serves real ales from genuine 1920s hand pumps.
3 Victoria Road,
Teddington,
Middlesex,
TW11 0BB
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Blue Anchor
A rotating range of real ales are on offer at this community pub near Bromley By Bow Church.
67 Bromley High Street,
Bow,
London,
E3 3EN
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The Blue Anchor
(British)
The Blue Anchor offers three ales alongside a selection of cheap classic cocktails.
Rolls Passage, off Chancery Lane,
The City,
London,
EC4A 1HL
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Boaters Inn
(Pub Food)
The Boaters Inn is a traditional pub on the waterfront, offering good old pub grub and real ales.
Lower Ham Road,
Kingston Upon Thames,
Surrey,
KT2 5AU
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Bree Louise
(British)
The main draw of the CAMRA award-winning Bree Louise is its real ales. Typically only one or two of these come from major brewers, the rest belonging to obscure microbreweries. They encompass a wide range of different styles, many of which are hard to find elsewhere.
69 Cobourg Street,
Euston,
London,
NW1 2HH
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The Bull
(American)
The Bull features an on site microbrewery serving American style craft beers and its own real ale, plus brews from Redemption in Tottenham are also on offer.
13 North Hill,
Highgate,
London,
N6 4AB
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The Burlington Arms
Sharp's Own, and Sharp's Cornish Coaster are interesting ale choices in Mayfair.
21 Old Burlington Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1S 2JJ
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Discovery, ESB Champion ales and London Pride are on tap along with a few guests.
61-63 West Smithfield,
Farringdon,
London,
EC1A 9DY
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The Cambria
(Gastro Pub Food)
Real ales are available at The Cambria, including a delicious pint of malty Doom Bar.
40 kemerton Road,
Camberwell,
London,
SE5 9AR
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The Camel
(Gastro Pub Food)
A carefully thought out selection of cask ales and lagers are pumped at The Camel, from the norm to more rare continental offerings.
277 Globe Road,
Bethnal Green,
London,
E2 0JD
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Carpenters Arms
(French, Pub Food)
A variety of ales to choose from here including some fine Dorothy Goodbody tipples.
73 Cheshire Street,
London,
E2 6EG
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Cask
(British, Mediterranean)
Cask is a stylish pub that offers a variety of ales plus beers from Belgium, Germany and the USA.
6 Charlwood Street,
Pimlico,
London,
SW1V 2EE
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The Chamberlain
(British)
Discovery Blond, Chiswick Bitter, London Pride, ESB, and Honeydew appeal to a range of beer tastes.
130-135 Minories,
The City,
London,
EC3N 1NU
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The Churchill Arms
(Thai)
The Churchill Arms serve a number of Fullers ales including Chiswick and London Pride, as well as a guest ale each month.
119 Kensington Church Street,
Kensington,
London,
W8 7LN
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Clarence
(Pub Food)
A sturdy, attractive pub near Green Park Tube with an affordable offering of food and real ale.
4 Dover Street,
Mayfair,
London,
W1S 4LB
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Colonel Fawcett
(British)
The Colonel Fawcett has a comprehensive drinks list including real ales, ciders, wines and gins. The food menu offers a choice of British dishes made using fresh, seasonal produce.
1 Randolph Street,
Camden,
London,
NW1 0SS
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Compton Arms
(Pub Food)
The Compton is a classic and reliable establishment with a changing monthly ale and two resident ales, IPA and Abbot.
4 Compton Avenue,
London,
N1 2XD
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The Curtains Up
(British)
The list includes Sharps Cornish, Adnams Best and Wandle.
28a Comeragh Road,
Kensington,
London,
W14 9HR
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The Dean Swift
(British, French)
The Dean Swift is a contemporary pub that offers a variety drinks including a wide choice of real ales.
32 Lafone Street,
Shad Thames,
London,
SE1 2LX
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Dirty Dicks
(British, Modern European)
There are revolving guest ales from the cask but a fixed few on tap always including Deucher’s and Youngs Special.
202 Bishopsgate,
Broadgate,
London,
EC2M 4NR
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The Dispensary
(Pub Food)
A CAMRA favourite in East London.
19a Leman Street,
London,
E1 8EN
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Dog and Duck
(Pub Food)
The real ale on offer includes Greene King IPA, London Pride and Timothy Taylor Landlord all priced at well below the £3 mark.
18 Bateman Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 3AJ
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Doric Arch
(Pub Food)
Doric Arch is an historic London venue dating back a number of years, which has retained much of its original charm coupled with a modern edge. The pub serves traditional pub food along with a selection of beers, ales, wines and spirits.
1 Eversholt Street,
Euston,
London,
NW1 2DN
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Draft House Northcote
(Gastro Pub Food)
Draft House offers an extensive selection of beers and ales from around the world which are available in third pint measures so that you can sample a wider range of varieties during your visit.
94 Northcote Road,
Clapham,
London,
SW11 6QW
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Draft House Tower Bridge
(Gastro Pub Food)
The Draft House Tower Bridge is a modern gastro pub that boasts an extensive selection of world wines, beers and ales. The food menu offers British dishes made using fresh, seasonal produce.
206-208 Tower Bridge Road,
Bermondsey,
London,
SE1 2UP
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Draft House Westbridge
(Gastro Pub Food)
The Draft House Westbridge is a modern gastro pub that boasts an extensive selection of world wines, beers and ales which are also available in third pint measures. The food menu offers British dishes made using fresh, seasonal produce.
74-76 Battersea Bridge Road,
Battersea,
London,
SW11 3AG
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The Duchess of Cambridge
(British)
The Duchess of Cambridge is a smart pub on the site formerly known as The Brook. The venue features an extensive range of both local and national independently brewed real ales. Six hand pumped and nine gravity poured real ales and nine cask ciders. The Duchess of Cambridge also boasts a comprehensive choice of more than 90 whiskies.
320 Goldhawk Road,
Stamford Brook,
London,
W6 0XF
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Duke of Wellington
(Pub Food)
A favourite with CAMRA members out east, the Duke of Welllington has several rotating ales on offer.
119 Balls Pond Road,
Dalston,
London,
N1 4BL
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Dulwich Wood House
(British, Gastro Pub Food)
This lively pub serves ales like Yorkshire favourite Black Sheep Ale and three rotating guest ales.
39 Sydenham Hill,
London,
SE26 6RS
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Edgar Wallace
(British)
The Edgar Wallace is a high quality London tavern, located in the historic legal area of Temple. It is famous for its excellent real ales, including their very own 'Edgars Pale Ale'
40 Essex Street,
Holborn,
London,
WC2R 3JF
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EDT
(British)
EDT are rightfully proud of their ale selection as it includes tipples from established and lesser known breweries from across the UK. Brew Dog, Purity and Dark Star are just three that feature regularly.
1 Lordship Lane,
East Dulwich,
London,
SE22 8EW
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Euston Tap
(Continental)
The Euston Tap is an intimate drinking establishment that offers a selection of rare craft beers and real ales paired with snacks prepared by the Fleet River Bakery.
West Lodge,
190 Euston Road,
Euston,
London,
NW1 2EF
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Franklins Restaurant and Bar
(British)
Franklins Restaurant and Bar is an excellent choice for a comfortable place to meet friends after work for good food and a relaxing drink. Franklins has two real ale firkins which sell out briskly.
157 Lordship Lane,
East Dulwich,
London,
SE22 8HX
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The Grape and Grain
(British)
There’s a focus on real ale at The Grape and Grain, with a selection of eight handpumps from micro brewers, something that’s earned them a listing in the Good Beer Guide.
2 Anerley Hill,
Crystal Palace,
London,
SE19 2AA
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The Green Dragon
(Pub Food)
Upto 11 pumps pour quality ales at this community pub in Croydon. There are two permanent brews: Dark Star Hop Head and Well's Bombardier. Plus there are guest ales from across the UK.
60 High Street,
Croydon,
London,
CR0 1NA
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Half Moon
(Pub Food)
The Half Moon pub is a Wetherspoons that offers a choice of beers, wines and sprits.
213-223 Mile End Road,
London,
E1 4AA
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Harp
(Pub Food, Sandwiches)
It has been CAMRA West London Pub of the Year several times, and in 2011 was CAMRA Greater London Pub of the Year. The real ale is overwhelming in choice.
48 Chandos Place,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2N 4HS
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Island Queen
(Pub Food)
Island Queen is a CAMRA pub and stocks London Pride at £2.80 a pint, along with two guest ales for £3.05 a pint.
87 Noel Road,
Islington,
London,
N1 8HD
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Jerusalem Tavern
(Pub Food)
This 18th century establishment serves a variety of real ales from St Peter's brewery, including Ruby Red and Organic Best.
55 Britton Street,
Clerkenwell,
London,
EC1M 5UQ
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Jolly Woodman
(British, Sandwiches)
This is a pub that cares as much about its cask ale offering as it does about keeping the regulars happy. They offer five real ales at any one time, two of which – Harvey’s Sussex and Timothy Taylor Landlord – are always available.
9 Chancery Lane,
Beckenham,
Kent,
BR3 6NR
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King William IV
(British)
Leyton's King William IV offers an extensive choice of real ales and beers, including 15 different Brodie's Beers. They also offer a range of home cooked British meals.
816 High Road,
Leyton,
London,
E10 6AE
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The Kings Arms
The ales here include Youngs and Black Sheep.
68 Great Titchfield Street,
Fitzrovia,
London,
W1W 7QH
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Kings Head
(Pub Food)
At Kings Head, they have Cask Marque Approved ales such as London Pride or frequently changing guest ales.
2 Crouch End Hill,
Crouch End,
London,
N8 8AA
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The Lyric
(Pub Food)
Landlord ales available at the Lyric in Soho.
37 Great Windmill Street,
Soho,
London,
W1D 7LU
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Mabels Tavern
(Pub Food)
A CAMRA pub of the year with something for every ale connoisseur in town including Spitfire and Whitstable Bay Organic.
9 Mabledon Place,
Islington,
London,
WC1H 9AZ
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Magnolia
(British, French)
You can expect the cask to run the biscuity Sharps Doom, Shepherds Neame Spitfire, and the hazy, hoppy Taylors Landlord.
211 Lordship Lane,
Dulwich,
London,
SE22 8HA
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The Manor Arms
(British)
The Manor Arms has a great choice of real ale, from locally brewed Wandle’s to Broadside, Doombar and Purity Pure Gold.
13 Mitcham Lane,
Streatham,
London,
SW16 6LQ
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Market Porter
(Pub Food)
The Market Porter is the ultimate real ale pub, serving a different name each day with Harveys as the resident tipple.
9 Stoney Street,
Southwark,
London,
SE1 9AA
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Mason and Taylor
(British)
Mason and Taylor is a craft beer and real ale bar at the Shoreditch end of Bethnal Green Road. It offers an extensive selection of beers including twelve draught beers and ales and forty bottled beer.

Mason and Taylor also serves British food with an emphasis on seasonality and local suppliers.
51-55 Bethnal Green Road,
London,
E1 6LA
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The Mitre
Being a Young’s pub, there is a focus on real ale at the bar, albeit with a skew towards Young’s cask ales. The pub is Cask Marque accredited and they clearly keep their beers very well.
20 St Marys Grove,
Richmond,
Surrey,
TW9 1UY
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The Monkey Puzzle
(British)
The Monkey Puzzle is a popular pub in the local community and offers British cuisine along with a good selection of ale.
30 Southwick Street,
Paddington,
London,
W2 1JQ
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The Montpelier
(Gastro Pub Food)
The Montpelier stocks a good variety of local ales from the Sambrook’s brewery in Clapham Junction and the Meantime brewery in, yes, you guessed it, Greenwich.
43 Choumert Road,
Peckham,
London,
SE15 4AR
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Nags Head
Properly kept and properly served, the Nag’s Head’s real ale has sold in growing volumes year on year. The quality is recognised by an annual listing in the Campaign For Real Ale’s Good Beer Guide.
9 Orford Road,
Walthamstow,
London,
E17 9LP
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Nell Gwynne Tavern
(Sandwiches)
As well as classics like Deuchars, Old Speckled Hen and Best Bitter there are more alternative choices at Nell Gwynne like Ashes Ale.
2 Bull Inn Court,
Strand,
London,
WC2R 0NP
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Nell of Old Drury
Ales are popular here and as well as classics like Adnams you can find more obscure choices like Tanglefoot bitter.
29 Catherine Street,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2B 5JS
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North Nineteen is a Cask Marque-accredited pub that offers six real ales on draught. They specialise in steaks and also serve burgers and a popular Sunday roast.
194-196 Sussex Way,
Holloway,
London,
N19 4HZ
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North Star
(British)
CAMRA members will be delighted with the regularly rotating group of four guest bitters and ales.
43 The Broadway,
Ealing,
London,
W5 5JN
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Real ale is a strongpoint, with a rotating array of unusual brews changing every week and beer festivals also a regular occurrence. If it's on, try a pint of TEA (Traditional English Ale) from the Hogsback brewery in Surrey
15 Nunhead Green,
Nunhead,
London,
SE15 3QQ
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The Old Ship
(Gastro Pub Food)
The ales that are available at this historic pub near Hammersmith Bridge are from Young's.
25 Upper Mall,
Hammersmith,
London,
W6 9TD
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The Palmerston
(British, Gastro Pub Food)
Cask selections consist of Harvey's Sussex Best Bitter, Taylor's Landlord and an occasional guest.
91 Lordship Lane,
East Dulwich,
London,
SE22 8EP
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Park Tavern
(British)
Options include ales like Harvey's Sussex, St Austell Tribute, the hoppy Taylor's Landlord, Flowers ale, Badger beer and the ubiquitous favourite London Pride.
45 Passey Place,
Eltham,
London,
SE9 5DA
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Paternoster
(British)
This is a Young’s pub, so you can expect to find their beers, including the seasonal Kew, Wells Banana Bread, Honeydew and Double Chocolate stout. They are also particularly well stocked with Young’s ales.
2-4 Queens Head Passage, The Broadway, Paternoster Square,
The City,
London,
EC4M 7DZ
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The Pembury Tavern
(Italian, Pub Food, Snacks)
The venue stands out for having 16 hand pumps on the bar – and a huge amount of real ale. Beers come from many of the UK's micro-breweries. Regulars include Pegasus, Sparta, Jupiter and Nero from Cambridge's Milton Brewery.
90 Amhurst Road,
Hackney,
London,
E8 1JH
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The Phoenix
(Pub Food)
Among the noted tipples here there are Fullers London Pride and Greene King IPA, as well as several guest brews, such as O’Hanlon’s Golden Blade.
Windsor Walk,
Denmark Hill,
London,
SE5 8BB
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The Plough
(British)
Cask offerings come in the form of London Pride, Spitfire and a guest.
381 Lordship Lane,
East Dulwich,
London,
SE22 8JJ
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Porterhouse
(British, Pub Food, Snacks)
Porterhouse sells a huge range of different porters and stouts in Covent Garden.
21-22 Maiden Lane,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 7NA
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Pride of Spitalfields
Plenty of options for a real ale enthusiast here at Pride.
3 Heneage Street,
London,
E1 5LJ
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The Prince Albert
(Pub Food)
The Prince Albert is proud to pull a pint of Wandle Ale and bring brewing back to London.
85 Albert Bridge Road,
Battersea,
London,
SW11 4PF
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Prince George
London Pride is among the selection of ales on offer at this friendly local.
40 Parkholme Road,
Hackney,
London,
E8 3AG
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The Prince Regent
(British)
The bar serves North Yorkshire favourite Black Sheep Ale and three rotating guest ales, which more than suffice.
69 Dulwich Road,
Herne Hill,
London,
SE24 0NJ
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Princess of Shoreditch
(British)
Ales on tap include Side Pocket for a Toad, Meantime London Pale Ale and Wandle Ale (all £3.50 a pint).
76 Paul Street,
Shoreditch,
London,
EC2A 4NE
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Princess Victoria
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Beer drinkers are not forgotten here with a fantastic selection of ales available on tap.
217 Uxbridge Road,
Shepherd's Bush,
London,
W12 9DH
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The Rake
The Rake has a huge and varied selection of real ales and beers from around the world including St Peter's.
14 Winchester Walk,
Southwark,
London,
SE1 9AG
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Red Herring bar offers a choice of beers, wines and spirits together with a choice of English and vegetarian food and bar snacks. The restaurant is located downstairs.
49 Gresham Street,
The City,
London,
EC2V 7ET
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Red Lion
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This award-winning pub always offers punters a minimum choice of five top quality Fuller’s cask ales.
13 St Marys Road,
Ealing,
London,
W5 5RA
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The Roebuck
(Pub Food)
Organic is a real buzzword at The Roebuck. They sell organic wine, organic beer and organic ale.
50 Great Dover Street,
Borough,
London,
SE1 4YG
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Ship and Shovell
(Pub Food)
Independent brewers Hall and Woodhouse own the Ship and Shovel. As such, their range of Badger real ales take pride of place on the beer taps and in the fridges.
3 Craven Passage,
Strand,
London,
WC2N 5PH
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Simon the Tanner
(Pub Food)
The bar staff pride themselves on their rotating roster of ales, which can vary from day to day. Tasters are available on demand for the connoisseur, and the depth and quality on display is invariably admirable.
231 Long Lane,
Borough,
London,
SE1 4PR
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The Snooty Fox
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The quality of its real ale is a decided plus. St Austell Tribute is the house bitter. Enterprisingly, moreover, the pub offers beers from new and acclaimed London breweries as Redemption of Tottenham and Sambrook’s of Battersea.
75 Grosvenor Avenue ,
Highbury,
London,
N5 2NN
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The Southampton Arms
The Southampton Arms boasts its own beer garden and serves 7 rotating ales and 8 ciders from independent breweries, as well as traditional pub grub such as pork pies and Scotch eggs.
139 Highgate Road,
Kentish Town,
London,
NW5 1LE
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The Spread Eagle
(British, Pub Food)
This pub was listed in CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide in 2010, and with good reason. They have a good range of cask ales including London Pride, Fullers ESP and Bengal Lancer.
39-41 Katharine Street,
Croydon,
Surrey,
CR0 1NX
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The Swan
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The Swan serves ales, including guest and seasonal choices, beers and a food menu of classic pub fare.
46 Hammersmith Broadway,
Hammersmith,
London,
W6 0DZ
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The Talbot
(Gastro Pub Food)
The Talbot offers four real ales on tap at any one time – Fuller’s Pride and Harvey’s Bitter are on draught at all times with two rotating guests to keep the regulars happy.
2 Tyrwhitt Road,
Brockley,
London,
SE4 1QG
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Telegraph Inn
A quaint pub with one of the best beer gardens around and real ale make The Telegraph Inn worth the bus ride from Putney High Street.
Telegraph Road,
Putney Heath,
London,
SW15 3TU
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Theodore Bullfrog
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This friendly pub in Charing Cross serves a number of thirst-quenching ales including Bombardier, Oxford Gold, Spitfire and Adnams.
28 John Adam Street,
Charing Cross,
London,
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The Three Tuns
(Pub Food)
There’s a large call for ales and, in response, there is Greene King IPA, London Pride and Bombardier.
1 Portman Mews South,
Regents Park,
London,
W1H 6HP
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The Vintry
(Gastro Pub Food)
A Fuller's pub so expect a good range of their own brews on draught and in bottles.
Abchurch Yard,
Sherbourne Lane, 119-121 Cannon Street,
The City,
London,
EC4N 5AX
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Walkers of St James
Enjoy a Black Sheep or Deuchars in this plush venue in South West London.
32 Duke Street,
St James,
London,
SW1Y 6DF
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The Washington
(Pub Food)
Plenty of excellent ales available here at this fine pub on Englands Lane.
50 Englands Lane,
London,
NW3 4UE
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Wenlock Arms
The Wenlock Arms is a little pub with a shabby charm and is a great spot if you love lesser known ales.
26 Wenlock Road,
London,
N1 7TA
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Westow House
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Around five ales on offer at this lovely pub in Crystal Palace. In addition to the Adnams house ale, you can find regularly rotating tipples from WJ King and Purity.
79 Westow Hill,
Crystal Palace,
London,
SE19 1TX
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Wheatsheaf
(British, Pub Food)
The Wheatsheaf offers a good ale selection in a spacious pub with just the right blend of traditional and contemporary elements.
24 Southwark Street,
London,
SE1 1TY
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The White Horse
(Gastro Pub Food)
This legendary venue on Parsons Green has fifteen cask ales which change daily, including Adnams and Pitchfork.
1-3 Parsons Green,
Fulham,
London,
SW6 4UL
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White Swan
(Gastro Pub Food)
The real ale selection includes London Pride, St Austell Tribute and Timothy Taylor Landlord at this traditional pub in Richmond.
Old Palace Lane,
Richmond,
Surrey,
TW9 1PG
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Ye Olde Mitre
(Pub Food)
Ye Olde Mitre is a famous real ale pub in Ely Place and is approximately 500 years old.
1 Ely Court, off Ely Place,
The City,
London,
EC1N 6SJ
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Ye Olde Rose and Crown
(Pub Food)
Ye Olde Rose and Crown is a traditional pub that also has a theatre. A comprehensive choice of real ales, ciders and lagers are available alongside a choice of pub meals. Entertainment at Ye Olde Rose and Crown includes comedy nights, open mic nights and other special events.
53 Hoe Street,
Walthamstow,
London,
E17 4SA
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