The Barley Mow
A Grade II listed historic pub in Marylebone, London, built in 1791 and one of the last remaining free houses in central London.
Last updated September 26, 2026
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Overview
The Barley Mow is a historic public house located at 8 Dorset Street in Marylebone, London, W1. It is a Grade II listed building, constructed in 1791, and is rumored to be the longest standing building in Marylebone. The pub is included on the Campaign for Real Ale's National Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors, a list recognizing pubs that have remained relatively unchanged since World War II or for at least the past thirty years. It is also noted as one of the last remaining free houses in central London, meaning it is not tied to a particular brewery. The Barley Mow offers a traditional pub experience with listed wooden booth seating, occasional live music, and Tuesday night quizzes. Its website is hosted at chrishuey.co.uk/barleymow/.
History
The Barley Mow was built in 1791 at 8 Dorset Street in Marylebone, London. It is rumored to be the longest standing building in Marylebone. Over its long history, it has remained a public house and is now a Grade II listed building. It is included on the Campaign for Real Ale's National Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors, which lists pubs that have remained relatively unchanged since World War II or at least for the past thirty years. The pub is also one of the last remaining free houses in central London, meaning it is not tied to any brewery and can source its beers independently. Today, The Barley Mow continues to operate as a traditional pub, featuring listed wooden booth seating, occasional live music, and Tuesday night quizzes.
- 1791
The Barley Mow is built at 8 Dorset Street, Marylebone.
Listed as Grade II by Historic England.
Included on the Campaign for Real Ale's National Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors.
Products and positioning
Historic free house and Grade II listed pub in central London, celebrated for its preserved interior and traditional atmosphere.
Real ale
Pub food
Live music
Tuesday night quiz
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