{"id":34341,"date":"2025-08-19T10:23:47","date_gmt":"2025-08-19T10:23:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/work.life\/?p=34341"},"modified":"2025-08-19T10:23:47","modified_gmt":"2025-08-19T10:23:47","slug":"a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/","title":{"rendered":"A guide to the best pubs in Holborn Farringdon &#038; Clerkenwell"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Quick Links<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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Hare<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#The_Old_Red_Cow\" >The Old Red Cow<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#Planning_your_pub_strategy_by_occasion\" >Planning your pub strategy by occasion<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#For_client_entertainment\" >For client entertainment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#For_team_celebrations\" >For team celebrations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#For_quick_after-work_drinks\" >For quick after-work drinks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#For_business_lunches\" >For business lunches<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#Making_the_most_of_your_local_pub_scene\" >Making the most of your local pub scene<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#The_Crown_Tavern_The_new_WorkLife_local\" >The Crown Tavern: The new Work.Life local<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-best-pubs-in-holborn-farringdon-clerkenwell\/#The_Crown_Tavern\" >The Crown Tavern<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>London&#8217;s Farringdon, Holborn, and Clerkenwell triangle represents one of the capital&#8217;s most vibrant business districts, packed with everything from cutting-edge coworking spaces to traditional City institutions. Whether you&#8217;re based at one of the\u00a0Work.Life flexible office spaces<strong> &#8211; <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/office-space\/london\/farringdon\/aldersgate-street\/\">Aldersgate Street<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/office-space\/london\/farringdon\/st-cross-street\/\">St Cross Street<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/london\/holborn\/\">Holborn<\/a>, or the new <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/office-space\/london\/farringdon\/clerkenwell-green\/\">Clerkenwell Green<\/a> location when we open in October &#8211; you&#8217;re perfectly positioned to explore some of London&#8217;s finest pubs.<\/p>\n<p>This area&#8217;s rich history as a hub for journalists, lawyers, and creatives has created a pub culture that perfectly balances professional networking with genuine character. Here&#8217;s your definitive guide to the\u00a0best pubs in Farringdon, Holborn, and Clerkenwell\u00a0for everything from quick after-work pints to important client meetings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_pubs_near_Farringdon\"><\/span>Best pubs near Farringdon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Holy_Tavern_formerly_Jerusalem_Tavern\"><\/span>The Holy Tavern (formerly Jerusalem Tavern)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a055 Britton Street, EC1M 5UQ<br \/>\n<strong>Distance from Work.Life Clerkenwell Green:<\/strong>\u00a03-minute walk<br \/>\n<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Monday to Saturday 12pm to 11pm<br \/>\n<strong>What makes it special:<\/strong>\u00a0This tiny historic pub, housed in a beautiful 18th-century building, serves exclusively St. Peter&#8217;s Brewery beers in an intimate atmosphere perfect for small team celebrations.<br \/>\n<strong>Perfect for:<\/strong>\u00a0Quiet client conversations, unique venue for impressing visitors, post-meeting drinks<br \/>\n<strong>Business benefits:<\/strong>\u00a0Authentic character, excellent craft beers, quiet enough for confidential discussions<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Hand_and_Shears\"><\/span>The Hand and Shears<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a01 Middle Street, EC1A 7JA<br \/>\n<strong>Distance from Work.Life Clerkenwell Green:<\/strong>\u00a05-minute walk<br \/>\n<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Monday to Friday 11am to 11pm, Saturday 12pm to 11pm<br \/>\n<strong>What makes it special:<\/strong>\u00a0Traditional real ale pub with Timothy Taylor&#8217;s Landlord and other quality ales, plus an upstairs function room available for hire.<br \/>\n<strong>Perfect for:<\/strong>\u00a0Team celebrations, private events, traditional pub experience<br \/>\n<strong>Business benefits:<\/strong>\u00a0Function room for hire, quality ales, traditional atmosphere popular with local professionals<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Holborn_pubs\"><\/span>Best Holborn pubs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Princess_Louise\"><\/span>The Princess Louise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a0208 High Holborn, WC1V 7EP<br \/>\n<strong>Distance from Work.Life Holborn:<\/strong>\u00a03-minute walk<br \/>\n<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Monday to Saturday 11:30am to 11pm, Sunday 12pm to 10:30pm<br \/>\n<strong>What makes it special:<\/strong>\u00a0Spectacular Victorian gin palace with stunning original 1891 interior, etched glass, and mahogany fittings. Sam Smith&#8217;s pub with excellent value drinks.<br \/>\n<strong>Perfect for:<\/strong>\u00a0Impressing clients, architectural enthusiasts, budget-conscious business drinks<br \/>\n<strong>Business benefits:<\/strong>\u00a0Multiple separate booths for private conversations, impressive Victorian setting, unbeatable value in central London<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cittie_of_Yorke\"><\/span>Cittie of Yorke<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a022 High Holborn, WC1V 6BN<br \/>\n<strong>Distance from Work.Life Holborn:<\/strong>\u00a05-minute walk<br \/>\n<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Monday to Saturday 12pm to 11pm, Sunday 12pm to 10:30pm<br \/>\n<strong>What makes it special:<\/strong>\u00a0Famous for its extraordinary medieval great hall interior and claims to have the longest bar in Britain. Sam Smith&#8217;s pub with reasonable prices.<br \/>\n<strong>Perfect for:<\/strong>\u00a0Large team gatherings, memorable client entertainment, architectural drama<br \/>\n<strong>Business benefits:<\/strong>\u00a0Impressive unique interior, good for groups, memorable venue for important meetings<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-34352 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/HW_MH_PubCover_OldNick-holborn-300x215.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"345\" height=\"247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/HW_MH_PubCover_OldNick-holborn-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/HW_MH_PubCover_OldNick-holborn-768x551.jpg 768w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/HW_MH_PubCover_OldNick-holborn.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 345px) 100vw, 345px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_pubs_near_Aldersgate_Street\"><\/span>Best pubs near Aldersgate Street<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Jugged_Hare\"><\/span>The Jugged Hare<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a049 Chiswell Street, EC1Y 4SA<br \/>\n<strong>Distance from Work.Life Aldersgate Street:<\/strong>\u00a03-minute walk<br \/>\n<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Daily 11am to 11pm, Kitchen 12pm to 10pm<br \/>\n<strong>What makes it special:<\/strong>\u00a0Award-winning gastropub specialising in seasonal British ingredients and game, with excellent food and wine selection.<br \/>\n<strong>Perfect for:<\/strong>\u00a0Business lunches, client entertainment, upmarket team dining<br \/>\n<strong>Business benefits:<\/strong>\u00a0Professional atmosphere, excellent food menu, popular with City professionals, pre-theatre location near Barbican<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Old_Red_Cow\"><\/span>The Old Red Cow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a071 Long Lane, EC1A 9EJ<br \/>\n<strong>Distance from Work.Life Aldersgate Street:<\/strong>\u00a04-minute walk<br \/>\n<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Monday to Friday 11am to 11pm, Saturday 12pm to 11pm<br \/>\n<strong>What makes it special:<\/strong>\u00a0Cosy and welcoming traditional pub with reasonable prices, popular with locals and Barbican theatre-goers.<br \/>\n<strong>Perfect for:<\/strong>\u00a0Casual after-work drinks, budget-friendly team socials, pre-theatre drinks<br \/>\n<strong>Business benefits:<\/strong>\u00a0Reasonably priced, welcoming atmosphere, good location for Barbican events<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planning_your_pub_strategy_by_occasion\"><\/span>Planning your pub strategy by occasion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_client_entertainment\"><\/span>For client entertainment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Princess Louise:<\/strong>\u00a0Victorian grandeur at reasonable prices<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cittie of Yorke:<\/strong>\u00a0Impressive architecture and memorable experience<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Jugged Hare:<\/strong>\u00a0Upmarket gastropub with excellent food<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Crown Tavern:<\/strong>\u00a0Perfect location and professional atmosphere<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_team_celebrations\"><\/span>For team celebrations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Hand and Shears:<\/strong>\u00a0Function room available for hire<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Old Red Cow:<\/strong>\u00a0Budget-friendly and welcoming<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cittie of Yorke:<\/strong>\u00a0Good for larger groups<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Crown Tavern:<\/strong>\u00a0Convenient for Work.Life Clerkenwell Green teams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_quick_after-work_drinks\"><\/span>For quick after-work drinks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Holy Tavern:<\/strong>\u00a0Intimate and characterful<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Old Red Cow:<\/strong>\u00a0Casual and reasonably priced<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Crown Tavern:<\/strong>\u00a0Literally next door to Work.Life Clerkenwell Green<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Princess Louise:<\/strong>\u00a0Multiple seating areas and good value<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"For_business_lunches\"><\/span>For business lunches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Jugged Hare:<\/strong>\u00a0Excellent food and professional crowd<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Crown Tavern:<\/strong>\u00a0Quality food menu and convenient location<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Hand and Shears:<\/strong>\u00a0Traditional pub lunch experience<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Princess Louise:<\/strong>\u00a0Historic setting with good value food<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Making_the_most_of_your_local_pub_scene\"><\/span>Making the most of your local pub scene<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Working in the\u00a0<strong>Farringdon, Holborn, and Clerkenwell area<\/strong>\u00a0means you&#8217;re at the heart of one of London&#8217;s best pub districts. Whether you&#8217;re based at\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/\">Work.Life&#8217;s<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/work.life\/coworking\/\">flexible office spaces<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0or just visiting the area, these pubs offer everything from quick coffee meetings to major client entertainment.<\/p>\n<p>The beauty of this area is its variety. You can choose a medieval-style great hall for impressive client meetings, an intimate historic tavern for confidential discussions, or a modern gastropub for team celebrations. Many of these\u00a0<strong>pubs near Farringdon<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>Holborn bars<\/strong>\u00a0also offer private dining spaces and can accommodate larger groups for corporate events.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Crown_Tavern_The_new_WorkLife_local\"><\/span>The Crown Tavern: The new Work.Life local<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Crown_Tavern\"><\/span>The Crown Tavern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Address:<\/strong>\u00a043 Clerkenwell Green, EC1R 0EG<br \/>\n<strong>Distance from Work.Life Clerkenwell Green:<\/strong> Literally next door (30 seconds walk)<br \/>\n<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong>\u00a0Monday to Saturday 12pm to 11pm, Sunday 12pm to 10:30pm<br \/>\n<strong>What makes it special:<\/strong>\u00a0Traditional pub literally next door to Work.Life&#8217;s newest location, offering the perfect blend of authentic pub atmosphere with modern amenities and a professional crowd.<br \/>\n<strong>Perfect for:<\/strong>\u00a0Last-minute client meetings, team lunch breaks, after-work drinks, networking with local professionals<br \/>\n<strong>Business benefits:<\/strong>\u00a0Unbeatable convenience, flexible spaces for different group sizes, reliable WiFi, all-day service from breakfast to evening drinks<\/p>\n<p>When convenience meets quality, you get The Crown Tavern. It&#8217;s literally next door to\u00a0Work.Life&#8217;s newest Clerkenwell Green location. This traditional\u00a0pub on Clerkenwell Green\u00a0has been serving the local community and offers the perfect blend of authentic pub atmosphere with modern amenities.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-34353 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/CrownClerkenwell0418eS-1024x745-1-300x218.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"383\" height=\"278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/CrownClerkenwell0418eS-1024x745-1-300x218.jpg 300w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/CrownClerkenwell0418eS-1024x745-1-768x559.jpg 768w, https:\/\/work.life\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/CrownClerkenwell0418eS-1024x745-1.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 383px) 100vw, 383px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>What makes it special for Work.Life members:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unbeatable convenience:<\/strong>\u00a0Step out of your office and you&#8217;re there<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexible spaces:<\/strong>\u00a0Quiet corners for one-on-one meetings, larger areas for team gatherings<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professional crowd:<\/strong>\u00a0Popular with local businesses and creative agencies<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-day service:<\/strong>\u00a0Great for breakfast meetings, lunch, or after-work drinks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Crown Tavern represents everything great about having a\u00a0Work.Life office in Clerkenwell Green. You&#8217;re not just getting a workspace, you&#8217;re joining a vibrant local community with centuries of history. The pub sits on one of London&#8217;s most historic squares, surrounded by the area&#8217;s rich heritage of craftsmanship, creativity, and commerce.<\/p>\n<p>For Work.Life Clerkenwell Green members, The Crown Tavern isn&#8217;t just a convenient local. It&#8217;s an extension of your office space. Whether you&#8217;re hosting informal client meetings, celebrating team wins, or simply taking a well-deserved break, you couldn&#8217;t ask for a better local pub.<\/p>\n<p>The\u00a0best pubs in Farringdon area offer something for every business occasion, from the most casual team catch-up to the most important client meeting. 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