De Hems: A Dutch pub with a rich history

A Soho boozer with unusual ales and great historical significance
Belgian boozer: De Hems in Soho
Sky Moore-Clube
Harry Fletcher19 December 2017

De Hems is an old Soho favourite and it's also a pub with great historical significance: it was once a hangout for Dutch sailors in the 19th century and later became a gathering place for the Dutch resistance during World War II.

These days the Macclesfield Street pub specialises in providing a wide range of esoteric European beers for an in-the-know clientele. Located right next to Chinatown and Leicester Square, it’s a great spot to escape the crowds and unwind.

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