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The Ship & Shovell

Two pubs in one, either side of Craven Passage.

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Benjamin Franklin House
The only remaining home of Benjamin Franklin in the world. The founding father of the United States lived here from 1757 to 1775. Many exhibits charting his life and achievements as well as artefacts. A special Historical Experience Show runs W-Su at noon, 1PM, 2PM, 3:15PM, and 4:15PM all year round.
£7, under 16s free.
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Charing Cross and Charing Cross Station
Old train station with an enormous office and shopping complex in glass and pale stone. A lavish hotel is also on the site. The name comes from the Queen Eleanor (13th century) gothic pillar outside the station, which is actually a Victorian-era replica. Charing Cross Road was once famous for its vintage book shops, but these have now largely disappeared due to high rents and online competition; however, the road is still home to one of London's largest bookshops, Foyle's.
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Heaven
The most famous gay club in London, and perhaps the world. Has secret performances by the likes of Britney Spears or Kylie Minogue. Good fun, whether gay or straight.
Mon 11AM–5AM; Tue Wed closed; Thu Fri 11PM–4AM; Sat 10:30PM–5AMfrom £4 bottle of beer
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Gordon's Wine Bar
47 Villiers St, WC2N 6NE