The Swan, Bloomsbury, WC1

Official site of The Swan - www.greeneking.co.uk

Official site of The Swan - www.greeneking.co.uk

Not a bad little pub down an alleyway, quite small and narrow with the traditional 'north face of the Eiger' stairs to the gents below. It clearly benefitted from a Taylor Walker restoration some years ago so has some traditional-looking touches, despite the best efforts of GK. The ale range was a bit Yorkshire-biased, with TT Landlord, Theakston's Old Peculier and Black Sheep Best, along with Tribute, Ruddles Best and the obligatory IPA and Old Speckled Hen. A bit expensive, but this is Bloomsbury.

Small, thin pub with bar running along one long wall, padded leather benches on opposite wall with tall tables & stools inbetween. Dark red ceiling and a few mirrors & subdued lighting, despite a few rips in the seats it feels comfortable. 8 real ales, including local selection, well kept