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hotels
Travelodge Kings Cross Royal Scot
We found Travelodge Kings Cross Royal Scot being close to Kings Cross, and is the cheapest out of the central Travelodges. You can also choose Kings Cross Central itself, or Farringdon - which we have stayed at before - all much of a muchness. If you do choose a Travelodge - we would suggest walking from Kings Cross, left out of the station - follow the road past McDonald's, then bare right down Kings Cross Road (A201, right of Honest Burger) then follow the road. The King's Cross Royal Scot is on the left, closely followed by Farringdon TL around 5 minutes further down.
a bit about the 'boro'
A few things to note from the guys.
This is where we come from - lucky us that's what we say!!
A bit of history:
Middlesbrough’s industrial heritage is deeply rooted in the iron and steel industry, which transformed the town from a small village into an industrial powerhouse in the 19th century. Founded in 1830 as a coal port, Middlesbrough’s fortunes changed when ironstone was discovered in the nearby Cleveland Hills. This led to the rapid growth of ironworks, making the town a key player in the production of iron and later steel.
Middlesbrough became known as the "Ironopolis" due to its significance in the global iron and steel markets. Its steel was used to build landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and countless railways and ships. The town's iconic Transporter Bridge, opened in 1911, symbolizes this rich industrial past, standing as a testament to the engineering feats that once dominated the region. Despite industrial decline in the late 20th century, Middlesbrough’s legacy as a center of innovation and production remains a core part of its identity.
A bit of romance:
Middlesbrough, nestled along the River Tees, is a place where industrial heritage meets natural beauty. As the sun sets over the iconic Transporter Bridge, the sky blushes with hues of pink and gold, casting a warm glow over the town's streets. The calm waters of the river reflect the twinkling town lights, while the nearby hills of the North York Moors offer a serene escape. Middlesbrough's blend of urban charm and surrounding countryside creates a quiet, unexpected romance, where steel and nature find harmony under the northern skies.
The Gallon Crew
PUB NO: 1
The Captain Cook, 203-205 Dawes Rd, London SW6 7QY, United Kingdom
The Captain Cook, 203-205 Dawes Rd, London SW6 7QY, United Kingdom
The Captain Cook, 203-205 Dawes Rd, London SW6 7QY, United Kingdom
Close to restaurants and shops, this quaint pub with rooms is a 13-minute walk from Parsons Green tube station and 2 miles from the Natural History Museum in London city centre.
The cosy rooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as tea and coffeemaking facilities. Bathrooms are either shared, private or en suite. Kids (up to 2 per room) stay at no charge with an adult.
A fashionable pub with a Captain Cook theme and a beer garden serves classic British dishes. There's also regular live music.
The Captain Cook, Durham Street, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
The Captain Cook, 203-205 Dawes Rd, London SW6 7QY, United Kingdom
The Captain Cook, 203-205 Dawes Rd, London SW6 7QY, United Kingdom
The Captain Cook is located on Durham Street situated close to Middlesbrough Town Centre, in the area known as St Hilda’s. The former Captain Cook Pub is a Grade II listed building, made up of brick elevations parts with a rendered finish, and a mix of pitched and flat roofs. It was designed by Robert Moore and built in 1893.
PUB NO: 2
The Britannia, 1 Allen St, London W8 6UX
The Britannia Inn, East Street, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
The Britannia Inn, East Street, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
The Britannia is tucked away just off Kensington’s busy High Street at No. 1 Allen Street, in the heart of the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. Located on the site of the old ‘Britannia Tap’ Brewery site, our pub is steeped in history and has proudly been serving guests since 1834. We are High Street Kensingtons best traditional British pub.
We are home to the very best of British classic dishes that champions the seasonal ingredients from the abundant larder of the British Isles. So whether you’re joining us for a pint of real ale in our beautiful pub, enjoying some delicious British pub classics in our dining room, we fully encourage you to make yourself at home.
The Britannia Inn, East Street, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
The Britannia Inn, East Street, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
The Britannia Inn, East Street, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
St. Hilda’s, often referred to as "Old Middlesbrough," was once the heart of the town’s early development and industrial boom. It was home to many traditional working-class pubs that served as social hubs for the local community, especially ironworkers and dock laborers. These pubs were lively, often smoky places with wooden floors and simple furnishings, offering pints of local ales and hearty conversation.
Pubs like the Captain Cook and the Britannia Inn were typical of St. Hilda’s, serving as gathering spots where stories of hard labor and industrial progress were shared over drinks. Over time, as the area faced decline and redevelopment, many of these old pubs disappeared or were demolished, but they remain a cherished part of Middlesbrough’s social and cultural history, embodying the spirit of a once-thriving industrial town.
PUB NO: 3
Zetland Arms, 2 Bute St, South Kensington, London SW7 3EX
Zetland Arms, 2 Bute St, South Kensington, London SW7 3EX
Zetland Arms, 2 Bute St, South Kensington, London SW7 3EX
Built in 1846, The Zetland Arms has a rich history, reputed to have been bought by Charlie Chaplin. Located within easy reach of the National History Museum and the V&A in South Kensington, the Zetland Arms is the perfect place to enjoy a pint of expertly-brewed ale and a plate of comfort food after a busy day in the capital. To enjoy a traditional Victorian corner pub in London with warm hospitality. Top-notch amenities to make sure you have a great time.
The Zetland 9 Zetland Road Middlesbrough TS1 1EH
Zetland Arms, 2 Bute St, South Kensington, London SW7 3EX
Zetland Arms, 2 Bute St, South Kensington, London SW7 3EX
The Zetland Hotel in Middlesbrough is a hidden Victorian gem. A year-long restoration was completed in the summer of 2018 and has seen the building restored to its former glory. The Zetland Hotel will provide bespoke hospitality for those wishing to enjoy its brasserie, a new-look bar or simply bask in the ambiance of one of Middlesbrough's most iconic buildings.
Long regarded as one of the North East's most notable establishments, The Zetland Hotel has been painstakingly restored and adds a sense of character and charm that has long been missed in Middlesbrough's town centre. Built c. 1860, the Grade 2 Listed Building is noted for its special architecture and historic interest.
PUB NO: 4
The Crown, 64 Brewer St, Greater, London W1F 9TP
The Crown, 143 Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough TS1 4AG
The Crown, 143 Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough TS1 4AG
You will find The Crown in Brewer Street London within a short stroll of Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue and Piccadilly Circus - however you won't find another like it. Step in to discover a traditional pub of unique character, revered for its eclectic range of real ales and its quality pub food, which are served, as they should be, with a generous measure of famous British hospitality. The Crown's historical distinction comes from the fact it stands on the site of the Hickford Rooms, once the main concert halls of London. Mozart gave a recital here in 1765, aged just nine. Our Brewer Street address commemorates the 18th century breweries that sat on our doorstep, both now demolished sadly. We are also known as a popular haunt of American airmen in the Second World War.
The Crown, 143 Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough TS1 4AG
The Crown, 143 Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough TS1 4AG
The Crown, 143 Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough TS1 4AG
The Crown is a prominent building on the corner of Linthorpe Road and Borough Road, Middlesbrough. The building was designed by architect James Forbes, and was originally the Elite Cinema. The cinema opened in July 1923 and had 1,900 seats, a stage, and a cafe with room for dancing. The cinema was owned by Walter Bentley Cinemas Ltd. (who also operated the Elite Cinema in Nottingham). It was taken over by the Associated British Cinemas (ABC) chain In December 1935. In June 1987 the building became the Crown Bingo Club. Then in 1996 it was converted into a pub, "The Crown", run by the Stonegate Pub Company. The building was added to Middlesbrough Council’s heritage 'Local List' in 2011 because of its architectural and social value.
PUB NO: 5
Star & Garter, 62 Poland St, London W1F 7NX
Star And Garter, 28-30 Marton Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Star And Garter, 28-30 Marton Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Proper pubs aka old-style boozers are becoming hard to find as the gentrification of Soho continues apace, so this one, just off Oxford Street, deserves your support. Dating from at least 1825 and formerly a Courage house, it has a small, cosy, wood-panelled bar area with a matchboard ceiling and a selection of prints and knick-knacks on the walls. The inside has been described as "it feels like being out at sea and in the captain’s quarters".
An overspill bar upstairs is usually open on Thursday and Friday nights to cope with the throng.
Star And Garter, 28-30 Marton Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Star And Garter, 28-30 Marton Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Star And Garter, 28-30 Marton Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
A photograph showing the exterior of the Star and Garter at ground and first floor level, with posters in the windows advertising the public house being under the new management of Frank Bower. The photograph was taken for solicitors Clements, Williams and Company. The public house is no longer standing. The Kelly's Directory of 1913 states that the landlord in that year was John Adolph Brown.
PUB NO: 6 (bonus)
Boro Bistro, 6-10 Borough High St, London SE1 9QQ
Not a relic from the past, but a namesake all the same. We don't have a 'Boro Bistro' in Middlesbrough, but we couldn't miss out on this little gem.
Boro Bistro has established itself as a tiny slice of France in London. Situated in the leafy shade of Southwark Cathedral and neighbouring Borough market. Boro Bistro proposes a nice bistro French food with a large wine list, tasty Belgium & Craft beers, great range of platters of French cheese and charcuterie to share with friends and family.
Come and enjoy our cosy garden terrace for a relaxing moment.
We are located at the entrance of the bustling Borough Market. Tucked away, under London Bridge, Boro Bistro is accessible down one flight of stairs, just next to Southwark Cathedral.
PUB NO: 7
Madison, Rooftop Terrace One, New Change, London EC4M 9AF
Madison Nightclub, Corporation Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Madison Nightclub, Corporation Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
The restaurant takes inspiration from the lively and eclectic New York dining scene, with a focus on the grill and the best steaks from around the world. The menu combines playful takes on American classics with a broad range of influences from the diverse communities of New York.
Overlooking St Paul’s, Madison brings bundles of style, fun and a slice of modern Manhattan to London, all complemented by the views of the City skyline.
Perched on the penthouse spot of One New Change, Madison comprises of a glamorous bar, restaurant, cocktail bar and rooftop terraces that are Mediterranean style suntraps making Madison one of London’s most sought after social settings.
Madison Nightclub, Corporation Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Madison Nightclub, Corporation Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Madison Nightclub, Corporation Road, Middlesbrough, Cleveland
Mad house fans - remember the days of a drink in town then a trip to one of the Boro’s most popular nightspots?
The Madison was a regular weekend haunt for many a Middlesbrough youth.
The club was part of the Cleveland Centre on Corporation Road, Middlesbrough - roughly now where Barclays Bank stands.
Did you get your dancing shoes on there? Songs played that came straight from the 80s vaults of former Madison DJ Steve Teasdale.
PUB NO: 8
Lord Raglan, 61 St Martin's Le Grand, London EC1A 4ER
The Lord Raglan, Corporation Rd, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS1 1LW
The Lord Raglan, Corporation Rd, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS1 1LW
Located on the rather grandly named St. Martin's Le Grand the Lord Raglan occupies the ground and first floor of a lovely three storey Victorian building. Although the pubs frontage is small, it stretches back for a good distance, the bar is midway down on the left, there is a large first floor balcony overlooking the ground floor bar. An abundance of dark wood and red walls, old pictures and maps of the City along with other memorabilia gives a traditional feel, which is in keeping with the building.
The multiple levels and carpeted seating areas help to reduce the ambient conversation level, whilst wood and stone flooring around the bar area helps to keep it clean. We enjoyed the Butcombe and Bombardier on a surprisingly busy Monday lunchtime, the food was okay and the staff attentive and friendly.
The Lord Raglan, Corporation Rd, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS1 1LW
The Lord Raglan, Corporation Rd, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS1 1LW
The Lord Raglan, Corporation Rd, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, TS1 1LW
The Lord Raglan - remember the days of a drink in town and a trip to one of the Boro’s most popular pubs?
The Lord Raglan was on a regular route around town on a weekend.
The pub was located on Corporation Road, Middlesbrough - more recently a couple of betting shops have taken it's place.
As you entered to the left of the pub there was a seating area in front of the windows, a small dance floor to the right and a bar ahead and left stretching down the length of the pub.
Usually go here at the start of the night, then head down Albert Road to Exchange Square before heading back up to Billy Paul's and the Madison.
PUB NO: 9
The Shakespeare, 2 Goswell Rd., Golden Lane Estate, London EC1M 7AA
The Shakespeare, 2 Goswell Rd., Golden Lane Estate, London EC1M 7AA
The Shakespeare, 2 Goswell Rd., Golden Lane Estate, London EC1M 7AA
Welcome to The Shakespeare. A family-run, local favourite. Built in 1964, the name is inspired by the Bard himself, who lived some hundred metres away throughout his time in London.
We’re proud to say that we’re no longer tied by a greedy brewery or high street chain, which means we have the freedom to choose which beers we stock and at what price we flog them...
So a pint from our favourite brewery will now only cost you £5.50 at Happy Hour. Long live the local!
We’ve chosen Renegade Brewery as our main provider. Pints for renegades, misfits and adventurers at heart. A brewery revolving around locally sourced, quality ingredients, with earth-friendly ambitions, dedicated to providing incredible tasting lagers and ales, with bold flavours, and a story behind each pint.
Renegade strives also for inclusivity, meaning there’s something for everyone.
Our selection is proudly vegan, with gluten free and low ABV (0.5%) options available.
Of course, you'll find your favourite classics behind the bar too, so we'll always pour you a great Guinness!
Shakespeare Hotel, 34 Linthorpe Road. Middlesbrough TS1 1RD
The Shakespeare, 2 Goswell Rd., Golden Lane Estate, London EC1M 7AA
The Shakespeare, 2 Goswell Rd., Golden Lane Estate, London EC1M 7AA
The Grade II listed ‘character’ building was built in the 1800s and was one of the most popular drinking spots in the town for decades, alongside the ‘Welly’, The Lord Raglan and The Masham Hotel - now clothing shop Jack and Jones.
It traded as Victory amusement arcade in recent years.
Stretching over three floors, the building still has many of the original features including an ornate stone likeness of the bard himself above the door.
The pub’s most famous landlord over the years was Robert Watson Boyd, a champion boat sculler in the 1870s who was a major sporting celebrity of the time.
PUB NO: 10
The Eagle Farringdon, 159 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3AL
The Eagle Farringdon, 159 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3AL
The Eagle Farringdon, 159 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3AL
The Eagle was founded in 1991 by restaurant manager Michael Belben, and chef David Eyre, who wanted a restaurant but couldn’t afford it. Luckily for them at the same time the government had decided that brewers had established a monopoly of pub ownership that gave the general public a bad deal. It did. The beer was expensive, poorly sourced wine was an afterthought and the food was rubbish!
The time was ripe for a casual, good value approach to dining using top quality ingredients that until then could only be found in expensive restaurants.‘Big Flavours and Rough Edges’ was the title of the cookbook. It summed it up, The Gastropub was born.
The Eagle celebrated its 30th Birthday in January 2021.
The Eagle, East Street, St. Hilda’s, Middlesbrough
The Eagle Farringdon, 159 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3AL
The Eagle Farringdon, 159 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3AL
Located on East Street looking toward the old Town Hall. Starting to look a tad neglected and downtrodden. On the extreme left was the impressive little Eagle Hotel, and on the right, you can just make out the sign for Viner's. It was an electrical shop of some sort. At the bottom of one of their flyers, listing all their prices for various electrical equipment, it says: 'Radio, Government Surplus, Electrical.'
One of many of the St Hilda's (Over the Border) pubs around at the turn of the century which all but a few saw their demise heading in to the 50's and 60's. Nothing really remaining north of the railway station now, just a few commercial properties and garages - a mere shadow of the activity which was seen over there back in the day.
Proposed Itinerary
Route and Link (Google Maps)
Route takes you from The Captain Cook, Fulham over east to finish at The Eagle, Farringdon.