Hampstead Pubs Pt 2 - Keats, Orwell, London's Last Skittles - (Historic London Pubcast) Podcast Details

Description

We return to the leafy streets of Hampstead for another round of pints, poetry, and pub lore. We’re back across the Heath in another suggestion for the ultimate London pub crawl. We follow the poetic footsteps of John Keats and his Hampstead haunts, sample George Orwell’s pub life and literary inspirations, and taste the charm and eccentricities of The Freemasons Arms—home to London’s last skittles alley.

We’ll also explore the legendary Spaniards Inn, complete with dueling Spaniards, Dick Turpin highwayman legends, a heroic landlord who saved Kenwood House with free beer, and a new favorite of Bridget Jones. Hampstead’s pubs are steeped in history and literary charm.

Whether you're planning a London walking tour, seeking London travel tips, or just here for a pint and a good yarn, this episode is your guide to Hampstead pubs and the stories they still whisper today.

Perfect for fans of London history podcasts, literary London tours, and anyone who believes every great journey begins at the pub. Now that’s a London travel tip you won’t find in your London travel guide!

Show Map

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References

Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)