London Pubs Closing Time? And Carnets?etrnet
 

Hello All, I know this is 2 separate topics, BUT, have the pub's closing time changed yet? I read in the "Irreverant Guide to London"(one of my favs) that they were in the process of changing the time for closing the pubs, 11:00 pm. I am interested in having a post-theater pint OR SO. Also, has anyone purchases the new "carnet" for the Tubes? Is it better than the travelcard? Just curious, ;-) Judy

As far as I know, pub closing times have not changed yet, it's still 11.00 Monday to Saturday and 10.30 on Sunday. <BR> <BR>However, many bars/clubs have late licences - until 2 in the morning, sometimes. I think they have to offer either dancing or food, or both. <BR> <BR>Also, your hotel bar may be open after 11.00 for residents, or you may be able to get night porter service.

Bought the carnet last winter. I used all but two tickets, which were good for a year, so I used them this fall. <BR>I've used the Travelcard also; it all depends on how many underground trips you take and when. If you plan to be in London on a weekend, the weekend pass is a real bargain. You can also mix and match, for example: weekend pass then a carnet to share.

straight forward pubs shut at eleven, although many operate an unnoficial (and illegal)"lock-in" service for regulars. As you probably won't be regulars, and tourist pubs don't do this, you would be better off finding out whre you can get a legal drink. <BR> <BR>Your hotel can sell you drink until you fall over. <BR> <BR>Clubs can stay open all night. CAsinos serve until three, and many bars stay open till 12 or one. <BR> <BR>It really depends on how old you are, what you're looking for and where in the country you are. If yopuu could be a bit more specific, I might be able to help. <BR> <BR>NB I left the pub at three O'Clock last night. Day off today. So it can be done.

Thanks all for the info! God, I was looking at my post, and I realized it looks as if I was half stoned....(was not, just in a hurry)sorry about that! Elvira: I like that idea(plus the weekend travelcard),,,,buy a "carnet" and one has to return to London to get full use of it!!! Very sneaky.... David: Just 2 fun loving "baby boomers" out listening to tunes, having a post-theater pint or so(pints hold back the years, I'm told). We will be in the Bloomsbury area??? Elizabeth: as always, you are a great source for info. Keep it coming! Judy :-)