Pub in London WC2
Nell Gwynne
1-2 Bull Inn Court, London, WC2R 0NPClosest station: Covent Garden, about 6 min walk4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,325 ratings
Details last checked October 2024. Things may have changed since.
About Nell Gwynne
Traditional pub with dark wood decor, hanging lamps and jukebox, serving draught beers and toasties.
Tiny, hard to find Grade II listed pub in a gas lit alleyway between Maiden Lane and the Strand, rebuilt in the late 1890s. Note the Art Nouveau tilework in the passage to the Strand. The dark red colouring of walls and ceiling, together with subdued interior lighting and effectively non-existent natural light, create a very cosy effect. Small raised area at end of bar.
Beers include a regular and up to three guest ales, whilst the food offering comprises cheese & charcuterie plates. A splendid little place for anyone wanting to recapture the Dickensian pleasures of well-hidden pubs, or get over a session of 'retail therapy'. The pub boasts "one of London’s best jukeboxes packed with classics for the discerning ear". Beware steep stairs down to WC.
Description from WhatPub, CAMRA’s pub guide, with a summary from Google Maps.
Features
- Dog Friendly
- Sports TV: Certain events such as Six Nations shown
- Serves Food
- Real Ale
- Cask Marque
- Good for Groups
- Accepts Credit Cards
- Accepts Debit Cards
- Accepts NFC
Opening times
- Monday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Friday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 – 10:00 PM
As listed in October 2024. Hours change, and bank holidays differ: check with the pub.
Good to know
- Operator
- City Pub Company
- Price
- 2 out of 4 (Google’s price level)
- Phone
- 020 7240 5579
Photos
Photos from Google Maps contributors, stored when the pub was last checked.
Google rating and reviews
4.5out of 5 on Google, from 1,325 ratings
5 out of 5Debbie Gon Google, September 2024
Fabulous buzzy pub great atmosphere. FREE jukebox.& ring-toss game on bar..TV .....not many seats but plenty people standing outside too.Will 1000% return.Cheese & meat boards available to purchase and Monster munch crisps!.Friendly bar staff.
5 out of 5Shaun Robinsonon Google, July 2024
What a fantastic pub. There has been a drinking establishment on this site since the 1600's according to one of the staff. We literally stumbled across it today after I glimpsed flowers down the side alley. Lovely piece of London history.
4 out of 5Daniel Hodgkinsonon Google, September 2024
Nice pub off the busy street. Great atmosphere with the retro jukebox. Loses a star for the average beer choice. Nothing exciting in the way of craft or cask but a nice place for a pint none the less.
4 out of 5Stu Radleyon Google, June 2024
Another first for me, tucked away down a small alley off the Strand evidenced by the lack of tourists. Inside it's pretty small so customers inevitably spill out into the alleyway, so be prepared to dodge Deliveroo cyclists and the rest. Good selection of lagers (Camden Hells, London Pilsner) and ales (London Pride, Landlord). Definitely one to recommend if you want something central but not too touristy despite the location.
5 out of 5Michael Lehrmanon Google, September 2024
Lovely and cozy little pub tucked away off of The Strand. Good jukebox. Friendly bar tenders.
Rating and reviews are from Google Maps, as they stood in October 2024. See the latest on Google Maps.