Travel Our World Podcast

London on Foot: Pubs, Markets and Hidden Corners from London Bridge to Seven Dials

In this episode of Travel Our World, Martin is joined by friends Owen and Chris for a walking tour through the heart of London, from London Bridge to Covent Garden and Seven Dials.

Starting at The George, a historic 1600s coaching inn tucked beneath The Shard, they explore the city step by step, sharing the places they love and the stories behind them.

From the buzz of Borough Market and hidden railway arches to riverside pubs and iconic skyline views, this is London through a local lens, full of character, contrast and discovery.

In this episode we explore:

• Borough Market and London’s street food scene
• Hidden arches, side streets and independent spots
• Riverside pubs along the South Bank
• Crossing the Thames and London skyline views
• Covent Garden, Seven Dials and Theatreland
• Coffee stops, pastries and local favourites
• What makes London such a walkable and diverse city

Along the way, they cover everything from Uber Boats on the Thames and skyline viewpoints like Sky Garden and The Shard, to theatre ticket tips, transport options and the ever-present London pub culture.

After 13,000 steps, the journey finishes in Seven Dials, reflecting on what makes London one of the world’s great cities to explore on foot.

Back in the studio, Martin is joined by Damian to reflect on London as both a destination and a place to call home.

We also discuss the latest travel news and tech, and check in with regular contributors to the show.

Real stories. Real journeys. One trip at a time.

Episode Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:13 Meet at The George

03:16 London Roots and First Memories

05:30 Borough Market Food Buzz

09:28 Hidden Arches and Side Streets

12:19 South Bank Pubs

12:53 Waterloo Tap and South Bank Culture

18:03 Crossing Hungerford Bridge

18:59 Thames Tales and Skyline Views

24:31 Somerset House Winter Skate

25:54 Getting Around London

27:19 Tuk Tuks Versus Black Cabs

28:41 Theatreland Ticket Tips

30:10 Covent Garden Museums

30:50 Covent Garden Buzz & Coffee Stops

32:56 Pubs and Street Culture

34:36 Pastel de Nata Stop

35:11 Food and History Follows

37:20 Seven Dials Finale

39:12 Wrap Up – London Love

45:42 Post-Trip Chat with Damian

46:04 Living in Soho

47:56 Pubs and Soho Origins

49:35 London Facts and Figures

51:31 Hidden London Tips

53:08 Canals and East London Vibes

55:17 London Gripes and Love

56:41 Travel News – Border Biometrics

58:00 Travel Tech Updates

59:56 Wrap Up and Next Episode  

Welcome to the Travel Our World Podcast, where every episode is a journey.

Hosted by Martin McGrath and Damian Urwin, two long-time friends with over 50 years of combined experience in the travel industry, each episode dives into the people, places, and stories that make travel unforgettable.

From mountain treks to coastal escapes, ski chalets to city streets, Travel Our World shares real stories from those who live, work, and explore the world of travel.

✈️ Real stories. Real journeys. One trip at a time.

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