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Slow Horses | Jackson Lamb’s London List

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Jackson Lamb is a British intelligence officer working for MI5 as the head of Slough House. Now, he's shared his list of the London places he likes to hit up when he's off duty, from his favourite place for a fry up to where he likes to get his Mr Whippy fix.

1

Beppe's Cafe

Not much has changed at this Smithfield spot since it was established in 1932 – it belongs to the same family and has the original features inside like green tiled walls and booths. Brekkies come with a fried slice, offering an old school nod alongside the usual suspects. Don’t get spooked by the men in white coats; it’s opposite the famous meat market, so you’re likely to be rubbing shoulders with a butcher or two.
23 West Smithfield, London EC1A 9HY
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"A full English is how I like to start my day. Preferably alone - I always want to be left in utter fucking peace."

— Jackson Lamb

2

The Hand & Shears

This historic boozer was established nearly 500 years ago in 1532. It's the only Grade I-listed pub in Smithfield, conveniently located right next the Barbican. Pop-in for one of their large selections of craft ales plus a house beer brewed specially from Portabello Brewery and Camden Lager.
The Hand and Shears, Middle Street, London
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"A popular choice for a post-work (or during work) pint. If people are happy to spend time in Slough House after 5pm, then I'm not really doing my job."

— Jackson Lamb

3

Whippies

Whippies is the soft serve spot from the Big Kid team, specialising in pure nostalgia. Think Screwballs that will remind you of the good old Pizza Hut ice-cream factory days, Solero Knickerbockers which bring back memories of holidays in Blackpool, plus Brain Freeze Deluxe, Banana Warehouse Split and more. If this is what being a Big Kid feels like , we don't wanna grow up anytime soon.

"God... Is it me, or did all the fun go out of everything round about 1979? I can sometimes find a shred of my childhood optimism with a taste of Mr Whippy."

— Jackson Lamb

4

Gerry's

Gerry's Wine & Spirits in Soho claims to stock the UK's largest selection of spirits and liqueurs. It's something of an Aladdin's Cave for booze. Browsing its shelves feels similar to rummaging a flea market - you never know what weird and wonderful drinks you may find.
74 Old Compton Street, London
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"I heard through the grapevine this is the place to find a good bottle. The grapevine says a lot of things, but it's mostly the wine talking."

— Jackson Lamb

5

Regent's Canal

Running from Little Venice through Regent's Park and into Camden, Regent's Canal has got to be our favourite in London. The canalside footpaths host many a weekend walk of ours and the banks are also home to some of London's best restaurants - Towpath, Café Cecilia, The Lighterman... the list goes on.
Regent's Canal, London
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"A canal-side bench is a good choice for a secret meeting. But you didn't hear that from me."

— Jackson Lamb

6

Beyond Retro

With three London locations and many more across the UK, Beyond Retro is a vintage institution. It's known for having the biggest selection of handpicked vintage garms from across every decade, and with restocks happening every single day of the sale, you’ll be sure to find plenty of pieces to slot into your wardrobes.
Sugaring London King's Cross, London N1C 4DQ
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"I rarely restock my wardrobe but I am partial to a vintage tie. Thinking about it, I could probably do with some new socks."

— Jackson Lamb

7 Wong Kei

Wong Kei

Another of Chinatown’s enduring establishments, Wong Kei has been around for decades and was long-renowned as being one of the city’s rudest restaurants. Before 2014, you’d go to Wong Kei to be shouted at and line your stomach for a night out in Soho. Since then, new management has taken over and apparently purged Wong Kei of its rude creds, but you can still drop by for quick, cheap and reliable Chinese food.

41-43 Wardour St, London W1D 6PX

"I get a Chinese most days. Always noodles, followed by a smoke. I haven't had a cigarette in... er... 27 minutes!"

— Jackson Lamb

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