Open House Festival

Pubs and Taverns of the City

recreational

Lamb Tavern, Leadenhall Market, EC3V 1LR

A walking tour exploring the fascinating architectural and social history of the City of London's most iconic public houses. Learn about the importance of pubs and taverns to Londoners through time, as rest stops for travellers, sites of clandestine meetings, and escapes from the everyday troubles of life.

Getting there

Tube

Cannon Street

Train

Fenchurch Street

Additional travel info

Meeting point is Leadenhall Market under central atrium by the Lamb Tavern

Access

Accessibility notes

An outdoor walk. Some paving may be uneven, visitors will need to be aware of road crossings. Public benches are the only seating.

What you can expect

Some roads and locations may be busy or noisy. Pubs may also have outdoor drinkers. Public benches available. Guide will speak unamplified.

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Activities

Tue 16 Sep

Guided tour

18:00–19:00

Guided walking tour

How to book

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Thu 18 Sep

Guided tour

18:00–19:00

Guided walking tour

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About

Pubs and Taverns of the City walk

The City’s pubs have survived a lot over the years: fires, plagues, wars, and modernisation. This route will take you back in time to some of the oldest and most atmospheric pubs in the Square Mile that have been places of inspiration for London’s famous figures, including authors like Chaucer, Shakespeare and Dickens and have been at the heart of London life for centuries.

Guides will lead you round various pubs and tavern sites, but it's up to you if you want to stop for a drink afterwards!

Please note this walk will take place outdoors. Wear suitable footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Visitors will be on their feet for the duration of the walk.

Online presence

www.thecityofldn.com/directory/city-of-london-information-centre

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