The Washington, Primrose Hill

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location:

Primrose Hill

address:

50 Englands Lane, NW3 4UE

phone:

0871 258 6286*
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nearest stations:

Belsize Park London Underground station
(480m) - zone 2

Chalk Farm London Underground station
(600m) - zone 2

Swiss Cottage London Underground station
(890m) - zone 2

Hampstead Heath Railway station
(1Km) - zone 2

Kentish Town West London Overground station
(1Km)

how to find it:

Chalk Farm: exit tube, turn left and then double back up Haverstock Hill. After about 10 mins turn left down Englands Lane. The pub is at the end of the street on the right hand side. Belsize Park: exit tube, turn left and walk down Haverstock Hill before crossing the road and turning right down Englands Lane. The pub is at the end of the street on the right hand side.

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nearby attraction(s):

The Roundhouse (810m)

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Into its third incarnation in five years, 'The Wash', as they now nickname themselves, has veered back from the precipice of gastrodom. It's been taken over by the Mitchells and Butlers group as part their continually expanding, non-themed, upmarket chain of pubs. As such, emphasis is on a good choice of beer, wine and well made food. In contrast with the bland exterior, the Victorian interior is splendid, with original etched glass, wood panelling and high ceilings all intact and an eclectic mix of tables and couches, all laid out with thought. On our Sunday afternoon visit a pianist was playing some easy listening jazzy music and the whole atmosphere was equally easy. Despite being part of a clever M&B marketing plan to cater to a specific socio-economic group, it would be churlish to do anything except recommend this place highly.

reviewed:
04/06/2009