If you’re a tourist, follow this golden rule: assume every pub closes at 11 p.m. unless you see a sign that says “24 Hour License” and a bouncer who looks like he’s seen the future. And if you hear the bell, do not order a gin and tonic—it’s a trap. You’ll choke on a lime while the bartender turns off the lights.
Remember: in London, time is an illusion, and the pub closing schedule is just a suggestion—like a diet plan or a wedding date. Cheers, hope you make it home before the moon starts judging you.