Exploring Mayfair, one of London’s most prestigious districts, as seen through its legendary pubs, Part 1 of a three-part series. From the centuries-old Guinea Grill and its celebrity-filled past to The Footman with its curious running legacy, and the Coach and Horses, once frequented by Brigitte Bardot, this episode reveals the hidden stories behind Mayfair’s iconic landmarks. Along the way, discover royal connections, historic scandals, and the rich cultural history that shaped Mayfair into the luxurious neighborhood it is today.
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Google map with pubs covered in previous episodes pinned, courtesy of Andy Meddick:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/4/edit?mid=12c-WKa3XiT1qTLydK8psZocUR7Y_Wes&usp=sharing
Or TinyURL: https://tinyurl.com/bduca5dv
The following resources are referenced or quoted frequently in these episodes:
- Ted Bruning -- Historic Pubs of London (ISBN 978-0658005022) and London By Pub (ISBN 978-0658005022)
- Wikipedia
- https://londonspubswherehistoryreallyhappened.wordpress.com/ by Ann Laffeaty
Additionally, the following resource(s) were used / quoted in this episode:
Guinea Grill:
Maurice Gorham - Back to the Local (ISBN 978-0571386987)
Coach & Horses - Bruton Street:
https://whatpub.com/pubs/WLD/15939/coach-horses-london
Bardow pics: https://flashbak.com/brigitte-bardot-in-the-pub-by-ray-bellisario-1968-36253/
https://www.theguardian.com/media/2018/jun/06/ray-bellisario-obituary
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-59553852
Footman:
https://numberonelondon.net/2021/04/historic-pub-crawl-i-am-the-only-running-footman/
https://mayfairfoodie.com/the-footman/
Kings Head:
https://whatpub.com/pubs/WLD/16031/kings-head-london
Intro Music: Vivaldi - Spring Allegro by John Harrison w/ the Wichita State University Chamber Orch.
Photo: Bob Walker
Website: https://historiclondonpubcast.com/
E-mail: hosteric@historiclondonpubcast.com
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