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The Town of Ramsgate and the Prospect of Whitby along the river in Wapping have been serving some interesting clientele for the last 400 years. Let's see who's popped in.

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The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:

• Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty

Additionally, the following resource(s) were used in researching this episode:

• https://travelswithadog.wordpress.com/2017/12/31/the-town-of-ramsgates-sad-sorry-tale/
• https://londonist.com/pubs/pubs/pubs/prospect-of-whitby
• https://townoframsgate.pub/our-story/

Intro music:

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

Photo: Matt Brown

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In this second episode on the historic pubs of Fitzrovia, we branch out to the pubs other than The Fitzroy Tavern. In this one, the Wheatsheaf, Marquis of Granby, Newman Arms and The Museum Tavern are discussed, all having impressive lists of famous patrons and the stories that go with them
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The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:

• Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty

Additionally, the following resource(s) were cited this episode:

Sally Fiber, The Fitzroy: The Autobiography of a London Tavern , 1995 ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1857760239 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1857760231

John N. Henderson, A History of The Museum tavern in Bloomsbury, 1989, ISBN 095149130X

https://returnofanative.com/news/the-fitzrovians-fitzroy-tavern/

https://www.ourtor.com/post/may-we-ever-find-out-what-the-devil-was-going-on-in-bohemian-fitzrovia

https://www.reallondonpubs.com/the-wheatsheaf/history

Intro music:

Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison with the Wichita State University Chamber Orch.

Photo: Oxyman

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First of two episodes on the historic pubs of London's Fitzrovia. This first episode is devoted to the rich history of the pub that defined the area, The Fitzroy Tavern. Since the 1920, this pub has been a favorite of famous artists, writers and celebs.
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The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:

• Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty

Additionally, the following resource(s) were used in researching this episode:

Sally Fiber, The Fitzroy: The Autobiography of a London Tavern , 1995 ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1857760239 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1857760231

https://www1.camra.org.uk/pubs/fitzroy-tavern-london-125554

https://thefitzroy.co.uk/

https://www.pearshapedcomedy.com/Fitzroy.htm

Intro music:

Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison with the Wichita State University Chamber Orch.

Photo: Ewan Munro

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Now that we have full explored The George Inn in the previous Southwark episode, let's look at some other great historic pubs in the area: The Old Kings Head, The Wheatsheaf, Southwark Tavern and The Anchor Bankside

The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:

• Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty

Additionally, the following resource(s) were used in researching this episode:

https://www1.camra.org.uk/pubs/old-kings-head-london-158363

https://reviewsummary.co.uk/place/47699-anchor-bankside

https://www.wheatsheafborough.co.uk/

https://www.thesouthwarktavern.co.uk/#/

https://sheaf.london/

https://boroughmarket.org.uk/

https://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/london-bridge-attack/man-fleeing-london-terror-attack-beer-hailed-unlikely-hero-n768111

Intro music:

Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison with the Wichita State University Chamber

Photo: Ewan Munro

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With roots going back 500 years, the George Inn, Southwark's only surviving coaching inn, has a rich history. We devote this entire episode to this historical treasure

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Previously, we covered the Star Tavern. Now let's check out 3 other great Belgravia pubs. From hauntings to horses, these are fun ones to visit

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The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:

• Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty

Additionally, the following resource(s) were used in researching this episode:

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2016/feb/03/our-fascination-with-lord-lucan-never-fades-but-who-was-he?CMP=share_btn_url

https://thatsup.co.uk/london/bar/the-plumbers-arms

https://ineosgrenadier.com/en/us/explore/the-grenadier-story

Intro music:

Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison with the Wichita State University Chamber

Photo: https://hauntedisles.blogspot.com/

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Sometimes it's tough to be a pub. This episode looks at 3 historical disasters that affected London beer supply and pubs.

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The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:

• Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty

Additionally, the following resource(s) were used in researching this episode:

• https://www.pepysdiary.com/diary/1666/
• 1666 Plague, War and Hellfire by Rebecca Rideal (ISBN 178-1-250-09706-4)
• The Great Fire: In Real Time – 2017, TV Mini series
• https://landships.activeboard.com/t14106803/the-dolphin-tavern-and-wwi-german-air-raids-on-london/

Intro music:

Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison with the Wichita State University Chamber

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The Mayflower Pub along the river is such a great one. Why did the Pilgrim father's sail away? Let's investigate further

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The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:

• Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
• Wikipedia
• https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty

Additionally, the following resource(s) were quoted in this episode:

• https://thamesfestivaltrust.org/heritage-programme/foragers-of-the-foreshore/the-history-of-mudlarking/
• https://www.mayflowerpub.co.uk/history
• https://www.blackdogpubcompany.co.uk/

Intro music:

Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison with the Wichita State University Chamber

Photo: Alison Day

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