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The John Snow
Named after a surgeon who helped to quell an outbreak of Cholera
Location: 39 Broadwick Street, W1V
Description: This pub was named after a surgeon who helped to quell an outbreak of cholera in the area in the nineteenth century, thanks to his research into waterbourne disease. An image of vilage water pump appears now and then to remind drinkers to stick to beer.
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Ranking This Month: 2061/2781
Pages Hit This Month: 31
Link to This Page: http://www.shadyoldlady.com/location/63
Credits: The London Companion - Jo Swinnerton
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