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London Pub Explorer Routemaster bus tour Saturday 6 June 2026 13:00
Join the London Pub Explorer for a unique day out exploring London’s rich pub estate and history in the style and comfort of a classic 1960s red double-decker Routemaster bus.
Starting in north London at one of the capitals premier independent pubs - The Bank of Friendship in Highbury - we’ll stop at quality backstreet wet-led proper boozers en route to the East End.
First rate hospitality will greet us in cherished local north and east London houses. A spread will be laid on in the last hostelry to fortify our intrepid group after a day exploring in style.
A fun filled day out with commentary from the London Pub Explorer in the company of mutual pub lovers awaits those lucky enough to get their hands on a ticket.
To keep in the spirit of the occasion Sunday best attire is encouraged, but not expected. Gentlemen are invited to wear three-piece suits with flat caps or trilbies and posh frocks and fascinators for the ladies.
Or simply come as you are and enjoy the (hopefully) wonderful English summer (prior to the World Cup)
CASH MUST BE BROUGHT FROM YOUR POINT OF ORIGIN AS ONE PUB DOES NOT ACCEPT CARDS AND WE WILL NOT BE NEAR ANY CASH POINTS ON OUR ROUTE
Tour meeting location:
Our red Routemaster bus will be waiting for us to depart The Bank of Friendship, 226 Blackstock Road, N5 1EA
Nearest stations:
Arsenal - Piccadilly Line (8 minute walk)
Finsbury Park - Piccadilly and Victoria Line (12 minute walk)
Please arrive at The Bank of Friendship from 12:30 to have a drink and soak up the atmosphere before departure. Our bus conductor will check ticket holders names upon boarding. We depart at 13:35 sharp.
The tour will take just over 5 hours and finish up at 18:30 in Zone 3 (a 6 minute walk from a tube station)
By purchasing a ticket for this LPE Routemaster tour, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions:
Once a ticket has been purchased it is non-refundable or transferable.
Please note that this is strictly an adults-only excursion and every ticket holder must be over 21. Children, including babes in arms, pushchairs, buggies or strollers are not permitted.
If you are fortunate enough to look youthful and are occasionally asked for ID, please bring some with you. Dogs are not permitted.
The London Pub Explorer holds public liability insurance but the organiser shall not be held responsible for accidents, injury, loss or damage to persons or property as a consequence of participation on the excursion
Each ticket holder is responsible for their own safety during the trip and to remain vigilant when crossing roads, entering and exiting venues, alighting or boarding the bus and consuming alcohol.
The tour goes ahead regardless of the weather. No refunds due to inclement weather are given.
The bus departs promptly at the advertised times and will not wait for latecomers. If a ticket holder misses the bus, no refund will be given. You are strongly urged to check TFL in advance for weekend engineering works that may affect your journey
The ticket price does not include drinks and you must bring cash
A photographer will be on the excursion and by purchasing a ticket you agree to be photographed whilst in transit or inside hostelries and on the street
Join the London Pub Explorer for a unique day out exploring London’s rich pub estate and history in the style and comfort of a classic 1960s red double-decker Routemaster bus.
Starting in north London at one of the capitals premier independent pubs - The Bank of Friendship in Highbury - we’ll stop at quality backstreet wet-led proper boozers en route to the East End.
First rate hospitality will greet us in cherished local north and east London houses. A spread will be laid on in the last hostelry to fortify our intrepid group after a day exploring in style.
A fun filled day out with commentary from the London Pub Explorer in the company of mutual pub lovers awaits those lucky enough to get their hands on a ticket.
To keep in the spirit of the occasion Sunday best attire is encouraged, but not expected. Gentlemen are invited to wear three-piece suits with flat caps or trilbies and posh frocks and fascinators for the ladies.
Or simply come as you are and enjoy the (hopefully) wonderful English summer (prior to the World Cup)
CASH MUST BE BROUGHT FROM YOUR POINT OF ORIGIN AS ONE PUB DOES NOT ACCEPT CARDS AND WE WILL NOT BE NEAR ANY CASH POINTS ON OUR ROUTE
Tour meeting location:
Our red Routemaster bus will be waiting for us to depart The Bank of Friendship, 226 Blackstock Road, N5 1EA
Nearest stations:
Arsenal - Piccadilly Line (8 minute walk)
Finsbury Park - Piccadilly and Victoria Line (12 minute walk)
Please arrive at The Bank of Friendship from 12:30 to have a drink and soak up the atmosphere before departure. Our bus conductor will check ticket holders names upon boarding. We depart at 13:35 sharp.
The tour will take just over 5 hours and finish up at 18:30 in Zone 3 (a 6 minute walk from a tube station)
By purchasing a ticket for this LPE Routemaster tour, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions:
Once a ticket has been purchased it is non-refundable or transferable.
Please note that this is strictly an adults-only excursion and every ticket holder must be over 21. Children, including babes in arms, pushchairs, buggies or strollers are not permitted.
If you are fortunate enough to look youthful and are occasionally asked for ID, please bring some with you. Dogs are not permitted.
The London Pub Explorer holds public liability insurance but the organiser shall not be held responsible for accidents, injury, loss or damage to persons or property as a consequence of participation on the excursion
Each ticket holder is responsible for their own safety during the trip and to remain vigilant when crossing roads, entering and exiting venues, alighting or boarding the bus and consuming alcohol.
The tour goes ahead regardless of the weather. No refunds due to inclement weather are given.
The bus departs promptly at the advertised times and will not wait for latecomers. If a ticket holder misses the bus, no refund will be given. You are strongly urged to check TFL in advance for weekend engineering works that may affect your journey
The ticket price does not include drinks and you must bring cash
A photographer will be on the excursion and by purchasing a ticket you agree to be photographed whilst in transit or inside hostelries and on the street