City of London heritage pub since 1721
Nestled in the heart of central London only minutes from Holborn, Blackfriars, Farringdon and Barbican, the Hoop & Grapes pub is the perfect spot for a quick pint after work, a snack and a sit-down after seeing the sights, or a delicious meal ahead of a stage show nearby.
First consecrated way back in 604, St Paul's Cathedral has had to be rebuilt many times over its incredible lifespan including after its destruction in 1666's Great Fire of London. The cathedral that you will find today, less than 10 minutes' walk from the Hoop & Grapes, was designed by Sir Christopher Wren in 1668.
Best known for compiling 'A Dictionary of the English Language' in 1755, Dr Samuel Johnson is the second-most-quoted Englishman of all time. While Johnson lived in various places throughout London, it is at 17 Gough Square, now a museum to the man located a mere five-minute walk from the Hoop & Grapes, where he worked on his famed Dictionary.
Designed in its current form by Christopher Wren as part of the rebuilding of London in the wake of the Great Fire of 1666, St Bride's Church is an oasis of calm amid the hustle and bustle of Fleet Street. Famed for its music, the church boasts a professional choir as well as a long-running series of free lunchtime music recitals.