From Cask to Craft: A London Beer Journey
Our local for this tour
Chris - The London Historian
Experience details
Destination
London
Category
Food tours
Duration
2.5 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English
What's included
Private guide • 4 Beer tastings
Here’s an overview of your tour
London is world-renowned for its beer culture, and now you can experience its most authentic flavors firsthand. But do you know why this frothy tradition runs so deep in local life? Forget the clichés and crowded tourist pubs—you’re about to uncover the real story behind London’s legendary love affair with beer.
Join a local beer enthusiast to explore how hops, malts, and storytelling have shaped London’s social fabric. From traditional cask ales to bold new craft brews, you’ll learn why beer in London isn’t just a drink—it’s a cultural ritual. Taste your way through its evolution with pours that speak to centuries of brewing history.
This walking tour is more than just a pub crawl—it’s an immersive cultural experience. You’ll journey through London’s beer story with stops at iconic locations like The Blackfriar, a historic Art Nouveau pub with monkish charm; The Rake, a trailblazer in London’s craft beer movement; and The George Inn, the city’s last galleried coaching inn with centuries of stories in its timbers.
Your host is not just a guide, but a passionate storyteller—someone who lives and breathes the local lifestyle, whether rooted in brewing, hospitality, or East End heritage. Expect personal anecdotes, historic gems, and plenty of laughs along the way. Want to tweak the route or add a special stop? No problem—your host is happy to tailor the experience to make their London, your London.
Your itinerary
Meeting point
In front of The BlackfriarBeer & Culture
On this private tour, discover why beer is so relevant for the locals and their culture. Your local host is ready to take you on a tour where flavor, traditions, and cultural history combine to give you the perfect beer taste of LondonAuthentic Tastings
To fully understand the significance of beer in the English culture, you must give it a try. And on this tour, you’ll get to enjoy cask ale and craft keg beer!Beer Traditions
Do as the locals do and embrace the way they enjoy - the authentic way. Learn the history behind this local ritual, the right way to enjoy it, and tips and tricks on how to keep it alive for the rest of your stayCultural Highlights
Visit highlights relevant to the theme of your tour where you can know more about London and where your local host can give more insights and recommendations
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Chris
The London Historian
Chris4.9109 reviewsI speakEnglish
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- In case of leftovers, ask for a container to-go to reduce waste
Included
- Private guide
- 4 Beer tastings
Not included
- Entrance to attractions
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Fun and informative tour with Anthony
"We thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour with Anthony—an educational and fun three hours peppered with amusing anecdotes and entertaining historical tidbits! Would highly recommend! "
- 5.0
Family-friendly, knowledgeable, and fun!
"Anthony was fantastic. My husband, myself, and our 9 and 11-year-old kids went on his tour our first full day in London. Not only did he take us to his favorite local spots, but he also showed us so...
- 5.0
Great experience
"This was one of the best guided tours in my life: informative, entertaining and full of vivid impressions. Thanks Anthony"
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
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Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
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Questions?
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our local for this tour
Chris - The London Historian
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