24 James Street, London, WC2E 8NSTel: 020 7240 1064
The White Lion is one of the landmark pubs in Covent Garden London. You'll find us within walking distance of Covent Garden, Long Acre and Floral Street, and we're well worth the stroll. We are a traditional pub that's built its reputation on serving a fantastic range of the finest real ales. Enjoy your pint in time honoured tradition at the bar, or better still complement it with a bite from our pub food menu.
The White Lion is at the heart of the Covent Garden district. While its origins and history date to Victorian times, our pub has mirrored the wider changes of the area. Our regulars were once exclusively locals and market traders. Now we welcome local office types, tourists and party-goers, and we're also a favourite with musicians from the nearby Royal Opera House.
We are proud to be part of the Nicholson's Collection of iconic London pubs. Nicholson's pubs are unique, each has a rich history, stunning architecture and, as you would expect, its own story to tell.
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