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A man enjoys a pint of bitter in The Harp pub on the day it was named as the Campaign for Real Ale's national pub of the year on February 16, 2011 in London, England. It is the first time that a London pub has been awarded the the prestigious title of CAMRA pub of the year. The Harp, which is owned by real ale pioneer Bridget Walsh, is situated yards from Trafalgar Square and Covent Garden. CAMRA commented that the pub "retains its appeal as a true local, even though situated in the tourist heart of the capital".

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A note to staff is seen behind the bar in The Harp pub n London.

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Customers enjoy drinks in The Harp pub on February 16, 2011 in London, England.

The Harp Pub brings the national pub of the year award to London for the first time.

I could go for a pint.

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I've heard good things about this pub, particularly the ale. Will have to check it out

    Reply#1 - Wed Feb 16, 2011 12:25 PM EST

     I've spent a great deal of time in London and in the UK.

    There's no place I've ever found that can beat a great traditional English Pub.

    The beers, the Ales, the bitters, the people, the conversation. There are no strangers in a real  English Pub.

    It's the only place on earth I've ever found where I can really relax, and forget the rest of the world exists.

      Reply#2 - Wed Feb 16, 2011 12:44 PM EST

      Never really had a desire to go to London - until now :-)

        Reply#3 - Wed Feb 16, 2011 7:14 PM EST

        Now this is a worthy news story...   Love to sit around a pub, and have a few brews...   or stand for that matter. 

          Reply#4 - Thu Feb 17, 2011 12:42 AM EST
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