Pre-Christmas Social Gathering

A walking tour of the finest establishments in the London Victoria area.

This walking tour takes you through seven traditional real ale pubs around Victoria and Pimlico, starting with breakfast at Victoria Station and featuring a dedicated lunch stop at 13:30hrs.
The cost estimate is £60 per person plus food on the day, to be self funded on a 'pay as you go' basis. Ladies and guests are welcome, wines, spirits and soft drinks are also available. Below is the list of establishments on the tour.

Stop 1: Wetherspoons (Breakfast & Opening Ale)
Wetherspoons sits conveniently on the first-floor concourse of London Victoria Station and serves as the practical launchpad for the crawl, opening early enough for a hearty cooked breakfast. It reliably pours well-kept guest cask ales alongside standard British station buzz. Highlights: Traditional full English breakfast options and early morning cask ale service. Cellar: Rotating guest real ales at accessible prices. Walking to Next Stop: Head down to street level and out to Buckingham Palace Road (approx. 2-minute walk).

Stop 2: Bag 'O Nails
Bag O'Nails is a classic, wood-clad pub located just outside the station that opens earlier than most London locals at 10:00 AM. It provides a warm, unhurried atmosphere to settle into a morning pint with views of the bustling streetscape. Atmosphere: Historic Victorian exterior with a long wooden bar and polished floorboards. Cellar: Solid line-up of traditional British cask ales on handpump. Walking to Next Stop: Walk north along Buckingham Palace Road and turn right onto Palace Street (approx. 4-minute walk).

Stop 3: Cask and Glass
Cask & Glass is often called one of central London’s smallest pubs, operating as a snug Shepherd Neame house tucked behind Westminster Cathedral. Opening at noon, this pocket-sized gem fills with character, floral window boxes, and classic Kentish cask beer. Atmosphere: Cosy, historic tavern adorned with vintage local photos and a tight-knit community feel. Cellar: Freshly kept Shepherd Neame real ales like Spitfire and Master Brew straight from the wood-topped counter. Walking to Next Stop: Head south down Thirleby Road and across Vauxhall Bridge Road toward Warwick Way in Pimlico (approx. 10-minute walk).

Stop 4: The Queens Arms - Lunch Stop
The Queens Arms is a handsome Victorian corner pub established in 1846 that excels at traditional British pub dining. With a dedicated dining room and a warm bar area, it makes an ideal sit-down stop at 13:30 for dishes made with regional produce alongside rotating handpumps. Food: Renowned menu featuring seasonal small plates, elevated British mains, and proper fish and chips. Cellar: Cask ales from local and regional independent breweries alongside craft options. Walking to Next Stop: Stroll south on Warwick Way, turning onto Charlwood Street (approx. 4-minute walk)

Stop 5: Cask and Kitchen
Cask Pub & Kitchen is widely celebrated among beer enthusiasts as one of London's original real ale and craft beer flagships. Situated on a residential street corner, it balances neighborhood tavern charm with an extensive cellar selection. Atmosphere: Relaxed, low-lit boozer filled with vintage breweriana and passionate cellar staff. Cellar: Multiple rotating cask handpumps featuring rare microbreweries alongside an extensive bottle list. Walking to Next Stop: Turn left onto Charlwood Street and head toward Churton Street (approx. 3-minute walk).

. Stop 6: The Constitution
The Constitution is an ornate 19th-century hostelry in the heart of Pimlico offering dark wood fittings, etched glass, and an authentic London neighborhood vibe. It offers a quieter, traditional pace to enjoy a well-kept bitter. Atmosphere: Preserved Victorian details, plush banquet seating, and friendly local banter. Cellar: Dedicated handpumps pouring traditional British bitters and golden ales. Walking to Next Stop: Head back north along Churton Street and turn onto Vauxhall Bridge Road (approx. 5-minute walk).

Stop 7: The Jugged Hare - Final Stop
The Jugged Hare, Victoria rounds out the tour in grand style inside an imposing 19th-century former bank building on Vauxhall Bridge Road. Holding Fuller's Master Cellarman recognition, it guarantees top-tier cellar hygiene and perfectly conditioned cask ales just minutes from Victoria Station. Atmosphere: Soaring ceilings, stone columns, mezzanine seating, and polished hospitality. Cellar: Flagship Fuller's ales (such as London Pride and ESB) alongside rotating Dark Star and seasonal cask taps. Location: Only a 3-minute walk back to London Victoria concourse to catch your onward train or tube.

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