Pool of London Pubs

The George Inn, which stands on the south side of the River Thames near London bridge, is London's only surviving galleried coaching inn. The George was rebuilt in 1676, after a devastating fire swept Southwark. It was one of many such inns in the area, perhaps the most famous being the Tabard, where Chaucer began his Canterbury Tales in 1388. The Tabard too was rebuilt after the fire, but was demolished in the late 19th century, despite a public outcry. The George also narrowly avoided total destruction.

At St. Katharine Docks, Dickens Inn, built between 1793 and 1799, was originally a spice warehouse. In 1969 this timber framed building was restored and renovated in the style of a 19th century balconied two storey inn and opened in 1976 as Dickens Inn. The Dickens Inn's impressive European Redwood beams and pillars, antique furniture and maritime relics lends itself to a feeling of warmth and charm.

Take a break here to regain your strength after some serious footslogging around London’s most famous heritage sites.

The George Inn
Borough High St.
T: 020 7407 2056

Traditional pub food
Served Mon – Sat (12pm – 3pm) and Sun (12pm – 4pm)
The restaurant is open Mon – Sat from 5pm to 10pm.

The Dickens Inn
St Katharine's Dock
T: 020 7488 2208
W: www.dickensinn.co.uk

Pizza on the Dock serves pizza, pasta and salad daily: 12pm to 10.30pm

Grill on the Dock serves traditional British food daily: 12pm to 3.30pm & 6pm to 10pm

The Copperfield Snack Bar serves a selection of hearty pub fayre and snacks. Mon - Fri (12 – 3pm) & Sat - Sun (12 - 4pm)