The Constitution, NW1

In a desperate bid to try and find some half-decent places in Camden to get a beer before the Manics gig, I pottered round some of the backstreets to see what I found. This was my first and best stop of the day. After a five minute walk from the tube station I spotted this one - from the outside it looks like a traditional pub and the inside delivers a modern-trad feel, with pool table, jukebox and dartboard. Three ales were on offer (Broadside, Deuchars IPA and a Wyre brew), my Deuchars was in excellent form and the large foamy head was topped-up without asking. As it was a sunny day I ventured outside and was rather pleased to discover a lovely beer garden right on the canal side. The summer sun appears to travel over from the back of the garden down to set over the front of it which is fantastic in the summer months. Basic fried food was on offer, which seemed to be going down well. A very positive first impression and I would recommend it to others. I'm planning a return next time I'm in the area.

Randomness Guide to London - Constitution entry

Randomness Guide to London - Constitution entry

This pub has a locals feel to it without being cliquey and uninviting. There is a pool table and a dart board along with 2 TVs that show Sky Sports and Setanta. Due to the layout and the inclusion of the pool table there is not as much seating as you'd have thought looking in from the outside, but this doesn't really bother me. The staff all seem friendly enough and Deuchars, Broadside and Doombar are all available along with San Miguel and a few standard lagers. There is a beer garden out the back but I did not see it as it was pouring with rain. I liked it in here and it is a contender for the best pub in Camden.