Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese

Overview

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese is a historic public house located in the City of London. It is one of the oldest surviving pubs in London and has a rich history dating back to 1667.

The pub is known for its literary connections, having been frequented by notable writers such as Charles Dickens and Mark Twain. It also survived the Great Fire of London.

Historical Site Gastronomy

Location

Address

Coordinates: 51.51450788338302, -0.10716990299718

Neighborhood: Fleet Street

Coordinates

51.514508, -0.107170

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

tuesday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

wednesday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

thursday 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

friday 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free entry, food and drinks separate

Children

Free entry, food and drinks separate

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early evening

fewer crowds, lively atmosphere

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

evening

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• garden seating
• spring ales

summer

hot

• extended outdoor seating
• summer BBQ

autumn

cool

• cosy fireside seating
• autumn ales

winter

cold

• holiday decorations
• winter warmers menu

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

No reservations for large groups
Bring ID
Check opening hours

What to Bring

essential

ID cash/cards

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags outside food

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: none

• narrow staircases

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

GBP

Typical Costs

food £15-£25

drinks £5-£10

souvenirs £5-£15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• not usually needed
• official website
• flexible
• not applicable

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese App

Size: 20 MB

Features: Menu, Events, Location

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Main bar, Garden

Charging Stations: Bar area

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: London City Airport

Distance: 12 km

Travel Time: 25 minutes

taxi

£30 25 min

public_transport

£5 40 min

From City Center

Distance: 3 km

metro

£2.50 10 min

bus

£1.50 15 min

taxi

£10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance and great atmosphere

Historical Significance: Survived the Great Fire of London, frequented by famous writers

Insider Tips

Quietest time is early afternoon
Best views from the garden

Local Recommendations

• Try the house ale
• Ask about the ghost stories

Language Help

Useful Phrases

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ticket Entry

Guide Languages: English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main bar

Best Time: Evening

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Historic pub interior

#history #londonpub

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, main bar

prohibited areas private dining

flash photography not disruptive

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

St. Paul's Cathedral

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Cathedral

Temple Church

Distance: 800m

Walking: 10 min

Type: Church

Blackfriars Bridge

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Bridge

Reviews

4.4

Based on 2,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Try the fish and chips"
"Visit during off-peak hours"
"Enjoy the historic atmosphere"

Contact Information

+44 20 7353 8156

info@yeoldecheshirecheese.co.uk

www.yeoldecheshirecheese.co.uk

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