Local Legends, a book celebrating the unique character of London’s lesser known, yet most authentic pubs, is to be published next week.
The Nag’s Head, Belgravia. Photograph: Horst Friedrichs
The hidden gems are brought to the page by pub tour guide and founder of Liquid History Tours, John Warland, and acclaimed photographer Horst Friedrichs.
The book brings together 38 of London’s finest hidden pubs, from the city centre to its outer limits and beyond. These watering holes are permeated by personality and a passion for traditional hospitality.
With a foreword from Madness frontman Suggs, and evocative texts from John, Local Legends guides readers through the richly woven history of each establishment, with insights from the custodians of some of the oldest pubs in London.
Horst is a photographer whose work has appeared in the National Geographic, The New York Times,and Stern. Prestel has published eight of his books, including: I’m One — 20th Century Mods(2009), Or Glory — 21st Century Rockers (2010), Cycle Style (2012), Best of British (2016), and Bookstores (2021).
John established Liquid History Tours in 2011. As a noted garden designer, winning six RHS Gold Medals at the Chelsea and Hampton Court flower shows, he explores the streets of London for quirky history, liquid refreshment, and horticultural bounty. Little wonder that a beer garden is his happy place. He is the author of the bestselling book Liquid History: An Illustrated Guide to London’s Greatest Pubs.
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