This event has finished Took place on: Tuesday, 7th Nov 2023

Free

Dr Johnson described a seat in a Fleet Street tavern as ‘the throne of human felicity’.

Dr Johnson described a seat in a Fleet Street tavern as ‘the throne of human felicity’. Pete Smith agrees, and in this talk he aims to introduce you to some of London’s finest boozers and the stories attached to them. Be prepared for ghosts, merry monarchs, “snob screens”, naughty nymphs and mischievous monks – as well as fabulous furnishings and curious customs.

This event will be delivered both in-person and online.

Join us in-person: For access to the event, please use the Aldermanbury entrance to Guildhall Library/The London Centre.

Join us Online: Zoom details will be provided to attendees by 24 hours prior to the event. If you do not receive the details by 5pm the day before, please contact the Events Team: ghlevents@cityoflondon.gov.uk

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This event has finished Took place on: Tuesday, 7th Nov 2023

Free

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2023-11-07 2023-11-07 Europe/London Thrones of Felicity: London by Pub Be prepared for ghosts, merry monarchs, “snob screens”, naughty nymphs and mischievous monks – as well as fabulous furnishings and curious customs. https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/calendar/2023/11/07/thrones-of-felicity-london-by-pub-352984 Guildhall Library,Aldermanbury,,London