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Lyceum Tavern, London


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Operator: Samuel Smith
354 Strand, Aldwych, London, WC2R 0HS (View on Google Map)
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In the heart of the theatre district, just round the corner from the Lyceum Theatre (and built on the site of the original Lyceum Theatre that was destroyed by fire on February 16th 1830, and having a remarkably similar facade), occupying two levels. The lower level is classic Sam Smith's with impressive lanterns at front, wood panelling, and has five bays each for four people along the left side, with the bar on the right and more seating beyond. The comfortable lounge upstairs also has a bar, only manned at very busy times and is generally occupied by those taking meals; and is quieter than downstairs. Courtyard at rear. A wide ranging clientele is served, from locals to tourists walking the Strand, to the theatre crowd. Called the White Horse until 1840, the present pub dates from 1906.

Patrons should note that there is a strict "no swearing" policy in Samuel Smith's establishments. Also by decision of the brewery owner, customers may not use mobile phones (except for payments), laptops or similar inside the pub; tablets and iPads are prohibited inside or outside. The brewery's policy is that its pubs are for social conversation person to person.

Information for this venue is provided by the West London Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Westminster
Last updated
22/03/2025
Last surveyed
17/03/2014
Leasehold owner
other
Freehold owner
Womble Bond Dickinson (Trust Corporation) Ltd
Pub ID
WLD/16275
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Noon - 11:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 11:00pm
Friday
Noon - Midnight
Saturday
Noon - Midnight
Sunday
Noon - 10:30pm
Monday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - 3:00pm & 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 7:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 7:00pm

Current beers

This Pub serves no changing beers and 1 regular beer.

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Early finish on Saturday & Sunday evenings
Games Games
Darts
Smoking Smoking
Features
Real Ale Real Ale
Quiet Quiet
Transport
Close to bus routes (50m)
6, 9, 11, 15, 23, 87, 91, 139, 176
Nearby Station (550m)
London Charing Cross
Close to London Underground/Overground/DLR (400m)
Covent Garden

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