If you ask us, there's no better way to celebrate running 26.2 miles than with (more) carbs and a crisp pint. And luckily, there are numerous pubs are just a short hobble from the London Marathon finish line. Here's some of the best.

King’s Arms

Best for… A seat and some food

Squirrelled away on Roupell Street, close to Waterloo Station, this charming pub offers a wide selection of ales and excellent Thai cuisine.

Find it: 25 Roupell Street, London SE1 8T

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The Harp

Best for… Some ales in the sun (hopefully)

Runners are likely to be scattered outside this Covent Garden establishment, which offers a supreme range of ciders, IPAs and real ales.

Find it: 47 Chandos Place, London WC2N 4HS

The Princess of Wales

Best for… Big atmosphere

A favourite among marathon runners for good reason, this pub offers excellent craft beer options. Tables available if you book early.

Find it: 27 Villiers St, London WC2N 6ND

The Green Man

Best for… A pint of cider

Is there anything more refreshing than an ice-cold cider post marathon? No, there is not! And you’ll find plenty of these at this central London cider provider.

Find it: 36 Riding House St, London W1W 7EP

Chequers Tavern

Best for… A nice ale

Fine food and ale are on offer at this traditional – but fairly under-the radar – establishment close to Green Park tube.

Find it: 16 Duke Street, St James’, London SW1Y 6DB

The Lyric

Best for… Craft beer selection

This Soho establishment distinguishes itself through its extensive beer selection and decent pub grub.

Find it: 37 Great Windmill Street, London W1D 7LT

Tattersall Castle

Best for... Its location

One of London's floating pubs moored on the Thames, here runners can enjoy a well deserved pint or glass of fizz while soaking in views of the London Eye from across the water.

Find it: Victoria Embakement, London SW1A 2HR

The Admiralty

Best for... A hearty pie

Open again after a devastating fire in 2022, this Trafalgar Square establishment serves up hand-crafted pies with gravy and mash – think refuel.

Find it: 66 Trafalgar Square, St. James's, London WC2N 5DS

The Red Lion

Best for... a pint near Big Ben

Spectators might find this pub just as rewarding as the runners as it's proximity to the finish means there's time for a pint before cheering the runners across Westminster Bridge.

Find it: 48 Parliament St, London SW1A 2NH