London. This is one of my favorite little pubs in London. It is located on Bull Inn Court, a tiny alleyway off of the Strand that is very easy to walk by. It was established in 1667 as the Old Bull Inn and rebuilt in the 1890s. It is named after the famous actress and mistress of Charles II, Nell Gwynne, who was born and raised in the area. She sold fruit in the nearby Covent Garden before becoming an actress at the Drury Lane Theatre. A popular legend claims that a tunnel once connected the pub to the theatre for Charles to visit Nell. Samuel Pepsys recorded seeing "the mighty pretty Nell" near the Strand in 1667. Another notable event occurred in 1897 when well known actor William Terris was murdered near the pub by a stagehand from a local theatre. Inside you are surrounded by dark red walls and a red tinned ceiling, and the subdued lighting makes it seem even more tiny and cozy. Lots of old pictures on the walls, and a portrait of Nell. There is limited seating in front of the small bar, and a raised area to the right. Get there early if you want to get a seat! And beware the steep narrow steps (and low ceiling!) going down to the toilets. I was pleased to find Copper Leaf Red Ale from Wimbledon Brewing on tap. Just a few minutes walk from the Embankment and Charing Cross tube stations, it's a must visit if you are in this part of London.