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Join host Eric Blair as he uncovers the fascinating layers of London pub history tucked within the cobbled heart of London’s Square Mile at the iconic Leadenhall Market. Eric treats us to stories of Roman London, daring geese, and even Hollywood brawls.

We’ll visit three unforgettable historic London pubs:

• The Lamb Tavern – a Victorian gem with a cameo in the John Wayne Brannigan pub scene.
• Old Tom’s Bar – named after a goose who dodged the butcher’s block.
• The Counting House pub – where banking halls now pour pints under a stunning glass dome.

Along the way, you'll hear how the Brontë sisters in London revealed their true identities, learn London pub tips, and get inspired for your next London pub walk or London pub tour.

Whether you're planning a London pub crawl, curious about London travel tips, or love a good London history podcast, this episode is your perfect companion.

Tune in to the ultimate London travel podcast and London pub podcast for pub lovers and history buffs alike.

Show Map

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References 

• Ted Bruning  -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/  by Ann Laffeaty  (Counting House article)
• https://leadenhallmarket.co.uk/history-of-leadenhall-market/
• https://londonwiki.co.uk/LondonPubs/StPeterCornhill/Lamb.shtml
• https://camra.org.uk/pubs/lamb-tavern-london-156616
• https://www.oldtomsbar.co.uk/
• https://www.the-counting-house.com/

Wiki Article on “Brannigan” – See “Production” Section 

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brannigan_(film)

Old Tom Bio

• https://blackcablondon.net/2012/04/10/cabbies-curios-old-tom-of-leadenhall/

Bronte Reveal

• https://www.annebronte.org/2017/03/23/smith-elder-co-anne-bronte-in-london/

Roman Britain  by  Guy de la Bédoyère,  ISBN-10: 0-500-05140-2

Intro Music

Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison w/ the Wichita State University Chamber Orchestra

Website: https://historiclondonpubcast.com

E-mail: hosteric@historiclondonpubcast.com