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<\/p>\nLast week I passed a plain brick wall in Little Venice, did a quick Google search, and stumbled onto a tiny taproom that only serves a single pint of house\u2011brewed ale. The spot sits a mere 20 metres from the canal, and no one on the street even noticed it. That was the first of ten pubs that prove London\u2019s real nightlife is tucked away in narrow lanes, disused stables, and old warehouses rather than in tourist\u2011crowded squares. Below you\u2019ll find the top ten hidden gems that deserve a visit this weekend.<\/p>\n
Address: 12 St. John\u2019s Wood Road, London NW8. The Blind Pig is a 15\u2011minute walk from St. John\u2019s Wood station. Inside a former cinema, the bar offers a rotating selection of local micro\u2011brews. The highlight is the \u201cBlind Pig IPA\u201d \u2013 a 5.2% ABV beer that won the London Beer Awards in 2022. The only drawback is that it closes at 10\u202fpm on weekdays, so plan an early evening.<\/p>\n
Hidden behind a brick fa\u00e7ade in a disused railway tunnel, The Gipsy Moth serves a classic British gin cocktail at a price of \u00a34.50. The bar\u2019s walls are lined with vintage posters from the 1920s. The only limitation: the entrance requires a key that the bartender gives you after you order a pint. It\u2019s a fun ritual, but it can be a bit confusing for first\u2011timers.<\/p>\n
Located in a converted 19th\u2011century house, this pub is accessed by a narrow staircase that leads to a wooden door marked \u201cNo Entry.\u201d Inside, a small fireplace and a selection of cask ales create a cosy atmosphere. The White Horse offers a special \u201cHampstead Ale\u201d at 5.5% ABV for \u00a36.50. The only downside is that the bar is closed on Saturdays, so you\u2019ll need to visit on Thursday or Friday.<\/p>\n
Formerly a warehouse, The Anchor has a rooftop terrace overlooking the Thames. The terrace is accessible only via a discreet door on the side of the building. The pub offers a \u201cBermondsey Bitter\u201d at 4.8% ABV for \u00a37.00. The terrace is a perfect spot for watching the sunset, but it can get crowded on weekends, so arrive early.<\/p>\n
Inside an old post office, The Old Bell serves a craft beer called \u201cShoreditch Stout\u201d at \u00a36.20. The bar is known for its vintage postcards on the walls. The main limitation is that the pub closes at 11\u202fpm on Fridays, so plan to finish your drinks before then.<\/p>\n
Accessible through a hidden door in a laundromat, The Bluebird offers a 5.0% ABV \u201cCamden Lager\u201d for \u00a35.90. The bar\u2019s d\u00e9cor features neon signs from the 1970s. The only drawback is that the bar is open only from 4\u202fpm to midnight on weekdays, and closes earlier on weekends.<\/p>\n
Inside a former primary school, The Old Schoolhouse serves a \u201cGreenwich Ale\u201d at 5.3% ABV for \u00a36.80. The bar\u2019s walls are lined with school yearbooks. The pub is closed on Sundays, so plan your visit accordingly.<\/p>\n
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Hidden behind a brick wall in a former stables, The Greyhound offers a 5.7% ABV \u201cStables Stout\u201d for \u00a37.50. The bar\u2019s interior is decorated with horse\u2011hair rugs. The only limitation is that the bar is closed on Tuesdays, so avoid that day.<\/p>\n
Located in a former bakery, The Dog & Duck offers a \u201cWhitechapel Wheat\u201d at 4.5% ABV for \u00a35.80. The bar\u2019s walls are covered with old dough\u2011mixing machines. The only drawback is that the bar is only open from 5\u202fpm to 11\u202fpm on weekends.<\/p>\n
Inside an old mill, The Old Mill offers a \u201cTwickenham Ale\u201d at 5.4% ABV for \u00a36.70. The bar\u2019s d\u00e9cor includes millstones and a working windmill. The main limitation is that the pub closes at 10\u202fpm on weekdays, so plan to finish your drinks early.<\/p>\n