The Black Lion is relaxed and friendly experience

The Black Lion is a large pub that’s been here for a couple of hundred years or so and fits our traditional image of a British pub.

The Black Lion is a relaxed and friendly experience

The Black Lion is a large pub that’s been here for a couple of hundred years or so and fits our traditional image of a British pub.

Popular White Cross is pleasing

In Richmond, on a warm summer’s evening, everyone wants to be by the river and the White Cross is where they come.

Young, vibrant and lively: The Bedford

The Bedford is big. In another world it could be an army barracks.

Sutton Arms is refreshingly old-fashioned

The Sutton Arms is a revitalising antidote to the unremitting (and often unnecessary) remodelling of pubs and bars in these parts.

Multi-faceted Coach & Horses Hotel is solid pub

Evenings find the Coach & Horses Hotel populated by plenty of regulars but sunny weekends will see the front terrace filled with people lunching and brunching.

The Old School Yard brings back memories

Old lockers, a teacher’s desk, various computer games and a ceiling painted to look like the sky are the standout features which fill The Old School Yard.

Best bars on South Bank

You can combine a culture fix with a great night out at South Bank. Here are our top venues to sit and soak up the atmosphere.

Best Islington Bars

After a few years on its uppers, Upper Street is fighting back. A rash of glamorous, independent new joints are worth a try.

Give The Gunmakers a chance

The Gunmakers serves good food and still feels like a local with a friendly greeting. Shame about the toilet facilities.