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The Bull & Last

168 Highgate Road
Rated 9.0 in 172 reviews

The Bull & Last is a charming hotel situated in the vibrant area of North London, United Kingdom, blending the quintessential characteristics of a boutique establishment with its rich historical pedigree. Nestled near Hampstead Heath, this property is celebrated for its distinctive combination of traditional British inn aesthetics with modern amenities, offering guests a unique and comfortable experience.

The hotel boasts an inviting atmosphere, capitalizing on its past as a bustling pub. The interiors reflect a thoughtful renovation that respects its heritage while infusing contemporary design touches, such as elegant furnishings and carefully curated décor pieces. Guests can enjoy a warm and welcoming ambiance throughout the property.

Dining is a highlight at The Bull & Last, as it is renowned for its upscale gastropub experience. The menu showcases quality British cuisine crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Meals are perfectly complemented by a curated selection of wines and local ales, enjoyed in a setting that is both relaxed and refined.

Furthermore, its proximity to Hampstead Heath provides an ideal location for those keen on exploring one of London’s most expansive green spaces, offering a myriad of outdoor activities from leisurely walks to invigorating hikes. The area around the hotel is rich with cultural and historical attractions, ensuring visitors have plenty to explore.

The Bull & Last stands out as a beloved spot for both locals and travelers, offering a cozy retreat that captures the essence of both traditional British hospitality and the lively essence of modern London life.

 Golf courses < 5 km

Climate and Weather

January
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November
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Michelin Restaurants in London and near The Bull & Last

Highgate Cemetery
Highgate Cemetery
Place of burial in north London, England, UK
0.5km / 0.32mi
Hampstead Heath
Hampstead Heath
Park in Camden and Barnet in London, England
60m / 60yd
Kenwood House
Kenwood House
Art museum and historic house in Hampstead, London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Statue of Amy Winehouse
Statue of Amy Winehouse
Statue in Camden Town, London
1.8km / 1.1mi
Waterlow Park
Waterlow Park
Park in Highgate, London
0.9km / 0.57mi
Whittington Stone
Whittington Stone
Memorial stone in Islington, London, England, UK
1.2km / 0.73mi
St Dominic's Priory Church
St Dominic's Priory Church
Catholic church in London Borough of Camden, UK
1.1km / 0.65mi
Rosslyn Hill Unitarian Chapel
Rosslyn Hill Unitarian Chapel
Grade II listed church in the London Borough of Camden, England,UK
1.7km / 1.1mi
Church of St Joseph
Church of St Joseph
Roman Catholic church in Highgate, London, United Kingdom
1.2km / 0.73mi
Belsize Square Synagogue
Synagogue in London, England
2km / 1.2mi
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St Andrew the Apostle
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St Andrew the Apostle
Church building in Kentish Town, London Borough of Camden, England, UK
1.6km / 0.97mi
Keats House
Keats House
Writer's house museum in Keats Grove, Hampstead, London Borough of Camden, England, UK
1.4km / 0.86mi
2 Willow Road
2 Willow Road
Heritage Museum in London, United Kingdom
1.4km / 0.89mi
Burgh House and Hampstead Museum
Burgh House and Hampstead Museum
Local museum in Camden, London, England, United Kingdom
1.8km / 1.1mi
St Paul's Church, Camden Square
St Paul's Church, Camden Square
Church in London, England, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
St Martin's Church
St Martin's Church
Church in Gospel Oak, London
0.8km / 0.51mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Church in Highgate, London
1.1km / 0.68mi
Christ Church
Christ Church
Church in Hampstead, London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of St John
Church of St John
Church in Hampstead, London, UK
1.5km / 0.92mi
Whittington Park
Whittington Park
Park in Upper Holloway, London, England
1.3km / 0.79mi
Lauderdale House
Lauderdale House
House in Waterlow Park, Highgate, London
1.2km / 0.74mi
St Silas Church
St Silas Church
Church in Kentish Town, London
1.4km / 0.86mi
St Luke's Kentish Town
St Luke's Kentish Town
Church in Kentish Town, North London, UK
1.5km / 0.96mi
Pond Square
Pond Square
Square in the London Borough of Camden
1.3km / 0.79mi
Cyberdog
Cyberdog
Shop in Camden Market in London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Henry Knight Storks
Henry Knight Storks
British Army general (1811–1874)
0.9km / 0.56mi
Beryl Bainbridge
English writer (1932–2010)
1km / 0.62mi
Francis Montague Holl
Francis Montague Holl
English painter (1845-1888)
1km / 0.62mi
Jean Simmons
Jean Simmons
British-American actress (1929–2010)
0.9km / 0.54mi
Church of St Saviour
Church of St Saviour
Church in Hampstead, London
1.7km / 1mi
Loftus William Otway
British Napoleonic Wars general (1775-1854)
0.9km / 0.58mi
Charles Cruft
British dog showman and businessperson (1852-1938)
1km / 0.63mi
George Edwards Hering
English landscape painter (1805-1879)
0.9km / 0.57mi
Brodie McGhie Willcox
British politician and businessman (1784-1862)
1.1km / 0.68mi
Church of the Holy Trinity with St Barnabas
Church of the Holy Trinity with St Barnabas
Church in Kentish Town, London
1.7km / 1mi
Camden Gardens
Camden Gardens
Public park in Camden, London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Christina Rossetti
English poet (1830–1894)
0.9km / 0.56mi
Henry Eaton, 1st Baron Cheylesmore
British politician (1816–1891)
1.1km / 0.68mi
David Edward Hughes
Welsh-American scientist and musician (1831–1900)
1.1km / 0.68mi
Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Memorial
Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Memorial
Memorial in London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Sir John Blundell Maple, 1st Baronet
British politician (1845–1903)
1km / 0.65mi
Edward Blore
British architect (1787–1879)
0.9km / 0.57mi
George Henry Lewes
George Henry Lewes
British philosopher (1817-1878)
0.9km / 0.56mi
South Hampstead Synagogue
Synagogue in Belsize Park, London Borough of Camden, London NW3
1.6km / 1mi
Tomb of Karl Marx
Tomb of Karl Marx
Tomb in Highgate Cemetery in London, England, United Kingdom
0.8km / 0.52mi

What to do in London and near The Bull & Last

Highgate Cemetery
Highgate Cemetery
Place of burial in north London, England, UK
0.5km / 0.32mi
Hampstead Heath
Hampstead Heath
Park in Camden and Barnet in London, England
60m / 60yd
Kenwood House
Kenwood House
Art museum and historic house in Hampstead, London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Statue of Amy Winehouse
Statue of Amy Winehouse
Statue in Camden Town, London
1.8km / 1.1mi
Waterlow Park
Waterlow Park
Park in Highgate, London
0.9km / 0.57mi
Whittington Stone
Whittington Stone
Memorial stone in Islington, London, England, UK
1.2km / 0.73mi
St Dominic's Priory Church
St Dominic's Priory Church
Catholic church in London Borough of Camden, UK
1.1km / 0.65mi
Rosslyn Hill Unitarian Chapel
Rosslyn Hill Unitarian Chapel
Grade II listed church in the London Borough of Camden, England,UK
1.7km / 1.1mi
Church of St Joseph
Church of St Joseph
Roman Catholic church in Highgate, London, United Kingdom
1.2km / 0.73mi
Belsize Square Synagogue
Synagogue in London, England
2km / 1.2mi
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St Andrew the Apostle
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St Andrew the Apostle
Church building in Kentish Town, London Borough of Camden, England, UK
1.6km / 0.97mi
Keats House
Keats House
Writer's house museum in Keats Grove, Hampstead, London Borough of Camden, England, UK
1.4km / 0.86mi
2 Willow Road
2 Willow Road
Heritage Museum in London, United Kingdom
1.4km / 0.89mi
Burgh House and Hampstead Museum
Burgh House and Hampstead Museum
Local museum in Camden, London, England, United Kingdom
1.8km / 1.1mi
St Paul's Church, Camden Square
St Paul's Church, Camden Square
Church in London, England, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
St Martin's Church
St Martin's Church
Church in Gospel Oak, London
0.8km / 0.51mi
Church of St Michael
Church of St Michael
Church in Highgate, London
1.1km / 0.68mi
Christ Church
Christ Church
Church in Hampstead, London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Church of St John
Church of St John
Church in Hampstead, London, UK
1.5km / 0.92mi
Whittington Park
Whittington Park
Park in Upper Holloway, London, England
1.3km / 0.79mi
Lauderdale House
Lauderdale House
House in Waterlow Park, Highgate, London
1.2km / 0.74mi
St Silas Church
St Silas Church
Church in Kentish Town, London
1.4km / 0.86mi
St Luke's Kentish Town
St Luke's Kentish Town
Church in Kentish Town, North London, UK
1.5km / 0.96mi
Pond Square
Pond Square
Square in the London Borough of Camden
1.3km / 0.79mi
Cyberdog
Cyberdog
Shop in Camden Market in London
1.9km / 1.2mi
Henry Knight Storks
Henry Knight Storks
British Army general (1811–1874)
0.9km / 0.56mi
Beryl Bainbridge
English writer (1932–2010)
1km / 0.62mi
Francis Montague Holl
Francis Montague Holl
English painter (1845-1888)
1km / 0.62mi
Jean Simmons
Jean Simmons
British-American actress (1929–2010)
0.9km / 0.54mi
Church of St Saviour
Church of St Saviour
Church in Hampstead, London
1.7km / 1mi

Golf courses

Clarence Way Crazy Golf Course
Clarence Way Crazy Golf Course
1.7km / 1.1mi
Highgate Golf Club
Highgate Golf Club
18 hole, par 69
2.1km / 1.3mi
Hampstead Golf Club
Hampstead Golf Club
9 hole, par 34
2.4km / 1.5mi
Alexandra Palace Pitch & Putt
Alexandra Palace Pitch & Putt
pitch and putt
4.1km / 2.6mi
Muswell Hill Golf Club
Muswell Hill Golf Club
4.6km / 2.9mi
Hendon Golf Course
Hendon Golf Course
6.3km / 3.9mi
Finchley Golf Course
Finchley Golf Course
18 hole, par 72
6.3km / 3.9mi
Hyde Park Enclosed Garden
Hyde Park Enclosed Garden
6.4km / 4mi
Plonk Crazy Golf
Plonk Crazy Golf
6.6km / 4.1mi
North Middlesex Golf Club
North Middlesex Golf Club
18 hole, par 69
6.8km / 4.2mi
Broomfield Adventure Golf
Broomfield Adventure Golf
7km / 4.4mi
Metro Golf Centre
Metro Golf Centre
7.2km / 4.5mi
Grovelands Pitch & Putt Course
Grovelands Pitch & Putt Course
pitch and putt
8.1km / 5.1mi
Grovelands' private golf course
Grovelands' private golf course
8.2km / 5.1mi
Oakhill 9 Hole Pitch and Putt
Oakhill 9 Hole Pitch and Putt
8.6km / 5.4mi
South Hertfordshire Golf course
South Hertfordshire Golf course
8.6km / 5.4mi
Putt in the park
Putt in the park
9.3km / 5.8mi
Putt in the Park Acton
Putt in the Park Acton
9.6km / 5.9mi
Bush Hill Park Golf Club
Bush Hill Park Golf Club
9.9km / 6.2mi
Enfield Golf Club
Enfield Golf Club
10km / 6.2mi

About London

London offers a rich tapestry of experiences that cater to a variety of interests. For those interested in history, a visit to the British Museum is essential. This institution houses a vast collection of art and antiquities from around the world, allowing visitors to explore human history through its artifacts.

Another significant historical site is the Tower of London, where you can learn about its storied past, view the Crown Jewels, and understand its role in British history. Nearby, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben provide an iconic glimpse into the country’s political life, and guided tours are available to deepen your understanding.

For art enthusiasts, the National Gallery and the Tate Modern offer impressive collections of classic and contemporary works, respectively. The Victoria and Albert Museum is also worth a visit, showcasing a diverse range of decorative arts and design.

If you prefer outdoor spaces, Hyde Park is one of London’s largest green spaces, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. The Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew provide a more specialized botanical experience with its stunning plant collections and beautiful landscapes.

Shopping can be experienced in various forms, from the luxury boutiques of Bond Street to the vibrant markets of Camden and Portobello Road, each offering unique finds and local culture.

The culinary scene in London is diverse, with options ranging from traditional British fare to international cuisine. Exploring the Borough Market provides an opportunity to taste local produce and artisanal foods, while numerous restaurants across the city cater to every palate.

The vibrant neighborhoods of Soho, Covent Garden, and Shoreditch offer a mix of shops, entertainment, and nightlife, making them popular spots for both locals and visitors. The West End is renowned for its theatre productions, where one can enjoy a variety of performances, from classic plays to modern musicals.

Lastly, taking a stroll along the Thames River provides not only picturesque views but also a chance to discover landmarks such as the London Eye and Shakespeare’s Globe, enhancing the experience of this historic city. Each of these activities contributes to a well-rounded visit, reflecting the diverse culture and history of London.




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