London Pride Bar Runner/Mat (or towel) - England
This is an authentic London Pride Bar Runner/Mat.
The mat is made of 100% cotton and therefore, could be used (or double as) a bar towel. It’s brand new so no “used” characteristics to identify.
Measurements (approximate):
Length: 18”
Width: 9”
History:
London Pride was first introduced in 1959 & is the flagship beer of Fuller's Brewery. Fuller’s brewery is located in West London, England. It’s produced bottled & Kegged.
The namesake of “London Pride" is of a bombsite flower seen sprouting following the 1940s London Blitz of WWII. The flower provided the first signs of recovery & shot up all around the bombed sites. It held symbolism for Londoners, which was celebrated in "London Pride", a patriotic song written in 1941.
Beer Awards:
Champion Beer of Britain (CAMRA awards):
Best Bitter Class: 1979 & 1995.
International Beer and Cider competition:
Supreme Champion: 2000