Seven Stars

The West End


Despite this 1602 coaching inn's Lilliputian dimensions, swarms of lawyers from nearby Lincoln's Inn congregate here after each day's business. Expect to find interesting real ales, ruffed house cat Clement Attlee prowling the bar, vintage film and play bills on the walls, antique judges' wigs on display, and rib-sticking food cooked by Roxy Beaujolais – landlord, former TV chef and raconteur.


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