The Royal Oak Pub (aka...The OxyMoron) was the absolute most entertaining pub our group visited whilst in London. If you come to London and are staying in the area then this is the one pub you can't miss.
The atmosphere is that of hippie-rock-londongrunge-everything in between. The landlord and main bartender is Bill. Now, I've been to more than my share of pubs in my life. I've met a lot of great bartenders and I've met a lot of great people in pubs along the way. In my opinion, there is no better bartender and pub owner in the world than Bill. He makes you feel so welcome the minute you walk through the door. He has a million and one stories to tell...about everything! He wants you to be happy, smiling, laughing, and he'll kiss you on the lips to prove it to you. I know that in London there are many historical and famous pubs. This isn't one of them. You'll find real people here. I was in London for 6 days and I came here 4 times. I kept coming back because I felt as though I belonged, and Bill (as well as all the local regulars) made me feel as though there was nowhere better to be.
Again...Bill...mate you are a gem. We love you, mate. Thanks for everything you do. Never chsnge! read more