The London Pubs That Were Ancient Long Before Shakespeare Was Born
Discover the London pubs that have been serving ale since before Shakespeare walked the streets — and how to find them today — plus get weekly London stories free in our newsletter.
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The London Pub That Served Free Beer to a Mob — and Saved a Priceless Art Collection
The Spaniards Inn has stood on Hampstead Heath since the 1580s. One night in 1780, its landlord served free beer to an angry mob — and changed London history.
The Pub That Stopped a London Riot With a Round of Free Drinks
The Spaniards Inn in Hampstead has stood since 1585. Discover how this historic London pub stopped the Gordon Riots, sheltered a highwayman, and inspired Dickens.
