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The White Swan

 
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Address: 108 Fetter Lane, Holborn,  EC4A 1ES
Telephone: 020 7242 9696
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The White SwanTucked into a quiet corner on the edge of Lincoln's Inn Fields, The White Swan is an absolute delight. The owners, Tom and Ed Martin, also run The Gun out in the Docklands and seem to have an intuitive grasp of those elements that can lift a gastropub head and shoulders above local competition. This place has brilliant beer, a great ambiance, and a tasty bar menu. We were looking forward indeed to our first venture into the upstairs dining room... and it didn't disappoint. The upstairs dining room is stately and beautiful, with huge high ceilings and rich dark wood trim. The floor manager is a smiling Frenchman with an intimate knowledge of his massive wine list and exquisite manners. He made us feel wonderfully at home and guided us to a sensible bottle of South African wine well matched to our meal. Scallop starters were fresh and expertly seared in a way that held in their flavour. My companion plumped for a duck salad which was even better, with unusually lean and juicy meat. Her main course was the pick of the night, a house special peppered steak that came as requested, rare and absolutely perfect. My pork chops were merely delicious and offset with some lovely crisp vegetables. We finished off with a round of creme brulee and a visit from the cheese trolley. This is definitely a contender for best pub dining in London.

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City Thameslink Station (7 minutes)
Farringdon Rail (8 minutes)
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Chancery Lane Tube (4 minutes)
Farringdon Tube (8 minutes)
Docklands Light Railway
Bank (21 minutes)
 
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Opening Times

Mon to Thu 11am-12midnight, Fri 11am-1am | Sat & Sun private parties & wedding receptions only
 
 

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Snowhill NCP (6 minutes)
Hillgate House NCP (7 minutes)
 
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Further articles featuring The White Swan on LondonTown.com
London's Outdoor Drinking Dens  (Published August 2009)
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Autumn in London's Pubs  (Published September 2006)
The White Swan 26 Old Palace Lane, Richmond, TW9 Emulating its flesh and blood namesakes, The White Swan sits perched on the north...  More
 
Autumn Pubs and Inns 2005  (Published March 2006)
The White Swan Emulating its flesh and blood namesakes, The White Swan sits perched on the north bank of the Thames. Built in the...  More
 
 
 

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Coach & Horses
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Coach & Horses

26-28 Ray Street, Clerkenwell,  London,  EC1R Map
11 minutes walk from The White Swan
Although the excellent food is the main attraction here that doesn't mean the beers aren't important too. A choice of Young's Special, Fuller's London Pride, ... More
 
 
 
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159 Farringdon Road, Clerkenwell,  London,  EC1R Map
13 minutes walk from The White Swan
The original and arguably one of London's best gastropubs, the Eagle in Farringdon is a happy, bustling place where top notch food is served without ... More
 
 
 
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The Chancery
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The Chancery

9 Cursitor Street, Holborn,  London,  EC4A Map
2 minutes walk from The White Swan
Tucked away in a quiet street adjoining Lincoln’s Inn, this delightful restaurant is hard to find, but worth the effort. The Chancery is a brilliant ... More
 
 
 
Wagamama
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Wagamama

109 Fleet Street, The City,  London,  EC4A Map
6 minutes walk from The White Swan
Taking inspiration from Japanese ramman-noodle bars, Wagamama is the ultimate in high-quality, fast food. Huge bowls of steaming, soupy noodles, chicken dumplings with a chilli-soy ... More
 
 
 
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Crowne Plaza London The City

19 New Bridge Street, London,  EC4V Map
8 minutes walk from The White Swan
Rising from the very heart of the Square Mile, the listed façade of an early 20th Century building on the site of Henry VIII's Bridewell ... More
 
 
 
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Club Quarters St Pauls

24 Ludgate Hill, London,  EC4M7DR Map
9 minutes walk from The White Swan
This neat and simple hotel gets all the basics right. The prices are sensible, the rooms are simply and attractively decorated, there's a decent little ... More
 
 
 
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16th December 2009 until 20th December 2009
Temple Church, Fleet Street,  EC4Y Map
5 minutes walk from The White Swan
If the renowned author Dan Brown staggered through the vaulted archway of any grand London place of worship to sing carols this Christmas, it would ... More
 
 
 
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1st January 2009 until 1st January 2015
Somerset House, Strand,  WC2R Map
12 minutes walk from The White Swan
The Edmond J. Safra Fountain Court at Somerset House is always a favourite with kids. These jets of water are especially popular when they provide ... More
 
 
 
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The Snowman Peacock Theatre 9 minutes £23.50
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Temple Church
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Temple Church

Inner Temple,  Fleet Street, Holborn,  London,  EC4Y Map
5 minutes walk from The White Swan
Temple Church sits within the Inner Temple of the Inns of Court, and was originally consecrated in 1185 as the spiritual and actual home of ... More
 
 
 
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Inns of Court and Royal Courts of Justice

Strand, Holborn,  London,  WC2A Map
6 minutes walk from The White Swan
A stunning example of Gothic architecture, London's Inns of Court date back to before the 14th century. It is here that barristers train and traditionally ... More
 
 
 
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The Natural Kitchen
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London Shopping / Food and Drink Shops

The Natural Kitchen

15-17 New Street Square, Fetter Lane, The City,  London,  EC4A Map
1 minutes walk from The White Swan
Organic, wild and artisan food is supplied by the likes of the River Cottage at this food emporium which, is the second Natural Kitchen to ... More
 
 
 
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Chancery House 53-64 Chancery Lane, Holborn,  London,  WC2A Map
4 minutes walk from The White Swan
This is a collection of forty shops containing the largest display of silver under one roof in the world. Also included are high class jewellery ... More
 
 
 
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4-6 Staple Inn, Holborn,  London,  WC1V Map
3 minutes walk from The White Swan
Situated in the heart of London, Career Energy – formed in March 2002 - offers comprehensive advice on careers, career change and job searching. They’ll ... More
 
 
 
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Conway Hall,  25 Red Lion Square, Bloomsbury,  London,  WC1R Map
11 minutes walk from The White Swan
Learn to act by becoming the person you are portraying. Think yourself into the role... eat what they would eat, weigh what they would weigh, ... More
 
 
 
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My Chocolate Workshops
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My Chocolate Workshops

Hatton Square Business Centre,  16-16a Baldwin Gardens, Holborn,  London,  EC1N Map
6 minutes walk from The White Swan
Immerse yourself in a world of chocolate with this mouth-watering workshop. You will discover how chocolate is processed from bean to bar. Sample a variety ... More
 
 
 
Lincoln's Inn Fields
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Lincoln's Inn Fields

Holborn, Holborn,  London,  WC2A Map
7 minutes walk from The White Swan
The largest public square in London, Lincoln's Inn Fields has a rich and varied history. In 1683 it was the site of the public beheading ... More
 
 
 
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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese
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Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese

145 Fleet Street, The City,  London,  EC4A Map
4 minutes walk from The White Swan
Sprawling 17th century tavern with rabbit-warren of bars and a rich history. Steeped in history, this pub’s story stretches back through the reigns of fifteen monarchs. ... More
 
 
 
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1 Ely Place, Holborn,  London,  EC1N Map
4 minutes walk from The White Swan
This elusive wood panelled old tavern, hidden down an alleyway between 8 and 9 Hatton Garden, dates back to 1547 when it was built for ... More
 
 
 
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Fabric
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Fabric

77a Charterhouse Street, Clerkenwell,  London,  EC1M Map
7 minutes walk from The White Swan
Built on the site of a Victorian meat cellar, Fabric continues to boast the most sensational line-ups in the capital. Its global reputation is founded ... More
 
 
 
LSE Student Union
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LSE Student Union

East Building,  Houghton Street, Holborn,  London,  WC2A Map
8 minutes walk from The White Swan
Cheap, cheerful and drunken are three words that spring immediately to mind when you think of a student union - and LSE is guilty as ... More
 
 
 
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108 Fetter Lane, Holborn,  London,  EC4A Map
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Volupte

9 Norwich Street, Holborn,  London,  EC4A Map
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