Which London establishment holds the title for the city's oldest pub?
In short: Historian Matt Lewis and Kyle Cairns embark on a historical pub crawl to investigate the origins of London's oldest public house. This video explores the evolution of drinking culture in the city while searching for the true historical claimant to the title.
The documentary follows Matt Lewis and Kyle Cairns as they visit various sites to uncover the history of London's pubs. By examining these locations, the presenters provide context on how these social spaces have shaped the city's identity over time.
History Hit, a production of Little Dot Studios, features this exploration as part of its broader series on historical topics. The platform provides access to over 160 documentaries featuring historians such as Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, and Mary Beard.
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