Newton Arms, Holborn  rated3 pints - click for an explanation of our ratings

location:

Holborn

address:

33 Newton Street, WC2B 5EL

phone:

0871 258 7270*
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nearest stations:

Holborn London Underground station
(110m) - zone 1

Covent Garden London Underground station
(480m) - zone 1

Tottenham Court Road London Underground station
(670m) - zone 1

Russell Square London Underground station
(720m) - zone 1

Chancery Lane London Underground station
(720m) - zone 1

how to find it:

Out of Holborn Station turn down Kingsway, cross over and take the first right. It's on the right at the junction with Newton Street.

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nearby attraction(s):

New London Theatre (180m)

Sir John Soane's Museum (260m)

Shaftesbury Avenue Theatre (330m)

picture of Newton Arms
It is somewhat strange to encounter a pub such as this such a short distance from Covent Garden and all its touristy splendour. This is, however, as close as you'll get to a local's pub in these parts. Indeed the atmosphere and décor were reminiscent of a council estate local. Outside it looks like an ugly concrete block, sitting askew underneath a taller concrete block and the interior is pretty basic, although the curved bar stool laden area was interesting. A hot plate promised lunchtime basics - sausage and chips and the like, while a couple of ales (inc Adnam's) were perfectly well kept. Students, older after work gents and what looked like locals mixed together just fine. All very competent, all very genial and a welcome change for the area.

reviewed:
16/01/2008
reviewed by redcat

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