Hidden UK beach has oldest riverside pub with very gruesome past

The Prospect of Whitby is believed to be London's oldest riverside pub (Image: Getty) If you fancy a pint with a side of history, then the Prospect of Whitby in Wapping is the place to be. This London pub, reputed to be the city's oldest riverside establishment dating back to 1520, offers more than just a refreshing drink. With its original flagstone floor and pewter-topped bar, it's like stepping into a time machine.

Nestled between modern apartment blocks, this historic pub has a colourful past. It was once a popular spot for smugglers and pirates and has seen famous patrons such as Charles Dickens, Samuel Pepys, Judge Jeffries, and artists James McNeill Whistler and J.M.

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