So, why a lion and a unicorn? The lion stands for England, all roar and ego. The unicorn represents Scotland, all sparkle and stubbornness. Their “battle” on the royal crest is a symbol of unity, but let’s be real: it looks like an argument over the last scone.
Inside the pub, you’ll see these two creatures plastered everywhere. The lion is chained up (rude), and the unicorn wears a crown with a nettle collar. Fun fact: the Scottish unicorn is considered the national animal of Scotland. Yes, a mythical beast is their mascot—because why choose a stag when you can have a horse with a built-in shish kebab?
Waterloo’s Secret Social Club
This pub sits right near the Old Vic Theatre and the thundering trains of Waterloo Station. It’s been a watering hole for actors, commuters, and confused drunk people since the 19th century. Legend has it that Charles Dickens himself might have propped up the bar here. The man knew good ale and weird names.
But here’s a twist: the building was originally a coaching inn—a place where horses and humans rested before the railway ruined their monopoly. Imagine coaches pulling up, and the innkeeper yelling, “We’ve got unicorn stew! (Just kidding, it’s mutton.)”
