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Looking for historic London pubs, fascinating London history, a walk along the River Thames, or something different to add to your London itinerary?

This episode of the Ready. Set. London! Love Letter to London Pubs series takes you to The Duke’s Head in Putney, a beautifully preserved Victorian riverside pub overlooking the Thames and the starting point of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race.

But Putney’s story goes far beyond rowing and riverside pints.

Just moments away is St Mary’s Church, site of the Putney Debates of 1647, where soldiers and political leaders debated voting rights, representative government, and the idea that people should be governed by consent. Discover why this remarkable moment in British history continues to attract the attention of historians studying the development of democratic ideas.

You’ll also uncover Putney’s connection to Thomas Cromwell, explore the remarkable Victorian interior of The Duke’s Head, and discover some of the famous historical figures who once called this corner of southwest London home.

From Tudor history and the Putney Debates to Victorian pub heritage and the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race, Putney packs centuries of London history into one fascinating stretch of the Thames.

If you’re searching for things to do in Putney, historic pubs in London, River Thames walks, London history, the history of the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race, or authentic London experiences beyond the famous landmarks, this episode will show you why Putney deserves a place on your London itinerary.