Public House Collection (#40)

Swan Inn, Newtown Bridge CC73_00564
SWAN INN, Newtown, Hampshire. Looking towards the inn and bridge beyond with the pool in the foreground. The inn dates from the 16th century

Skittles DP083741
Bridport, Dorset. Played In series: Played in the Pub. Skittles at the Shave Cross Inn - detail of the ball

The Eagle and Child pub in Oxford. During the 1950s and 1960s, CS Lewis and JRR Tolkein would meet here, along with their circle of literary friends known as The Inklings to read

The Leicester Public House BL13152
THE LEICESTER PUBLIC HOUSE, New Coventry Street, Westminster (Threadwell and Martin architects). Interior of the first floor Wine Room. Photographed by Bedford Lemere in May 1895

The Leicester Public House BL13151
THE LEICESTER PUBLIC HOUSE, New Coventry Street, Westminster (Threadwell and Martin architects). Interior of the Saloon Bar. Photographed by Bedford Lemere in May 1895

Ye Old Six Bells Inn
C16 timber-framed building with a Horsham slab roof. IoE 299104

White Hart Inn
Timber-framed public house in Hadleigh, Suffolk. IoE 277623

The Old Beams Inn
Timber-framed late C15 public house, New Forest. IoE 143592

The Bell
Timber-framed public house in Bedfordshire. IoE 36696

The White Swann
Public House within Aylesbury Vale. IoE 42357

john greig at ken buchanan new pub opening the lonsdale in edinburgh 1973

The Green Man Public House Pub in Marholm Northampton, March 1949 A figure of a man holding up traffic is sculptured from the hedge

Mark Radcliffe Radio 1 DJ on right who is to replace Chris Evans on the Breakfast Show with his sidekick Marc Riley alias Lard

Teka the Badger makes a real beast of herself with a beer. Algie Taylor, 83yrs bring Teka into the pub once a week to refresh all her parts July 1993

Whichford, Warwickshire. The sign of the Norman Knight pub

Doll Tearsheet, Falstaff, Henry and Poins (Shakespeare, King Henry IV, Part 2, Act 2, Scene 4), first published 1795; reissued 1852

Frontispiece to Tobias Smolletts Roderick Random, 1748. Creator: Charles Grignion
Frontispiece to Tobias Smolletts Roderick Random, 1748

The Scole Inn, Scole, Norfolk, 1939. Creator: Unknown
The Scole Inn, Scole, Norfolk, 1939. The Scole Inn, a coaching inn dating to 1655, said to be haunted, known for association with King Charles II, Grade I listed

The George, Huntingdon, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The George, Huntingdon, 1936. The George Hotel named after St George in 1574, bought by Henry Cromwell, grandfather of Oliver Cromwell

Old Houses in Snowfields, Bermondsey, 1887 (1926). Artist: John Crowther
Old Houses in Snowfields, Bermondsey, 1887 (1926). Showing The Angel public house on the corner of Snowsfields and Newcomen Street. From Lost London described by E. Beresford Chancellor

The George, 17th century inn, Southwark, London, 1926-1927. Artist: McLeish
The George, 17th century inn, Southwark, London, 1926-1927. Londons only surviving galleried coaching inn was rebuilt in 1676 after a fire

A Rainy Day, 1870, (1912). Artist: Peter Graham
A Rainy Day, 1870, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings with an Introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, London, New York, Toronto, 1912

The Marriage at Cana, 1596-1597. Artist: Martin de Vos
The Marriage at Cana, 1596-1597. The painting shows Christs first miracle. When the wine ran out at a wedding at which Jesus and his mother were guests

Falcon Inn, St Mawgan in Pydar, Cornwall. Probably 1921
The rear of the Falcon Inn as seen from the garden, with several people eating at the picnic tables in the foreground. There are also two little dogs and a cat. Photographer: Unknown

Strike, 1895 (oil on canvas)
BAL53581 Strike, 1895 (oil on canvas) by Munkacsy, Mihaly (1844-1900); Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest, Hungary; Hungarian, out of copyright

Charter Day, Fowey, Cornwall. 10th October 1913
Dignitaries standing on the town hall steps at the Borough celebrations. The town hall is located next to The King of Prussia Inn

The King of Prussia Inn, Fowey, Cornwall. Post 1909
A view of The King of Prussia Inn after its rebuilding in 1886, showing the third floor added at the time of the rebuilding. The steps were added in 1909 by Walter Hicks (St Austell Brewery)

Charter Day, Fowey, Cornwall. 10 October 1913
Dignitaries standing on the town hall steps at the Borough celebrations. A bugler is playing on the balcony. The town hall is located next to The King of Prussia Inn

A barmaid cleaning a beer tankard in the Globe Tavern. A state owned pub in Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria, England. December 1948

The Spotted Dog public house. Smarts Hill, Penshurst, Kent, England 10 July 1963

The Northover, a camouflaged public house in Downham near London. 1939

Dick Turpins Inn The Kings Arms Inn at Eltham, which has been closed down preparatory to demolition in consequence of widening of the London to Folkestone main road

The Fox Inn in Keston, Kent. 1937

Storrington Beagles Meet, Swan, Fittleworth, March 1938 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N16487

Wick Football Team, March 1938 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N16483

Railway Inn, Petworth, with parked cars and coaches, 1925
Railway Inn, Petworth, during Goodwood week, with parked cars and coaches, 1925 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N729

Interior, Figures Smoking
Artist: Horemans, Pieter Jacob - Title: Interior, Figures Smoking - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Wood 30.5 x 25.7

Interior, Card Playing
Artist: Horemans, Pieter Jacob - Title: Interior, Card Playing - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Wood 30.5 x 26.4

Scotland, Isle of Mull. Fishing boat and colourful waterfront houses at Tobermory harbour

Cribbage DP066551
Claydon, Suffolk. Played In series: Played in the Pub. A game of cribbage in progress at the Greyhound Pub

Wales, Denbighshire, Ruthin. The rooftop of the Myddelton Arms pub which is of Dutch design and dating from the mid-16th century

Wales, Flintshire, Overton. The half-timbered White Horse Inn, an old coaching inn

The Tavern Door, Laetitia Deserted by her Seducer is Thrown on the Town, 1789. Artist: John Raphael Smith
The Tavern Door, Laetitia Deserted by her Seducer is Thrown on the Town, 1789. After George Morland (1762-1804). From The Connoisseur Vol. LXXV. [The Connoisseur, London, 1926]

L estaminet, c1889. Artist: Jean-Charles Cazin
L estaminet, c1889. From The Studio Volume 54. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1911-12]

St Magnus the Martyr showing the dry arch of London Bridge and the remains of the Mermaid Tavern, Artist: Hedley Fitton
St Magnus the Martyr showing the dry arch of London Bridge and the remains of the Mermaid Tavern, 1903, (1903). From The Pall Mall Magazine Volume XXXI, edited by George R. Halkett

Dance in a Tavern, 1652. Artist: Adriaen van Ostade
Dance in a Tavern, 1652. From The Print-Collectors Handbook, by Alfred Whitman. [George Bell & Sons, London, 1901]

Times of the Day - Noon, 1870. Artist: WH Worthington
Times of the Day - Noon. After the original print by William Hogarth published in 1738. [London Printing and Publishing Co, 1870]

The Streets - Morning, c1900. Artist: George Cruikshank
The Streets - Morning, c1900. An illustration for Hard Times by Charles Dickens. From Hard Times and Sketches by Boz, Volume XI, by Charles Dickens. [Blackwood, Le Bas & Co. London, c1900]

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Step into the rich history of public houses, where stories are shared and friendships forged. In 1967, Buddy Rich mesmerized audiences at a London public house, leaving them in awe of his musical prowess. Brian Foskett's creation brought this unforgettable moment to life. Nestled amidst the scenic beauty of Hampstead Heath stands Spaniards Inn, an iconic pub that has stood the test of time since its establishment in a bygone era. Its walls echo with tales from centuries past, captivating visitors with its charm and character. Traveling further east to Southwold in Suffolk, one discovers a hidden gem - a quaint pub that exudes warmth and hospitality. With every sip taken within its walls at K022028, one can taste the essence of true English tradition. Crossing over to Ireland's enchanting Munster region lies Murphy's Pub in Dingle County Kerry. Here, locals and travelers alike gather to revel in Irish music and laughter while immersing themselves in the vibrant culture that defines this corner of Europe. Venturing northward brings us to Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem - England's oldest inn nestled within Nottinghamshire's historic cityscape. Dating back centuries, it proudly wears its heritage on display as patrons indulge their senses with hearty fare and fine libations. Returning once more to Dingle reveals yet another facet of this picturesque town - pubs aplenty dotting its charming streetscape. Each establishment offers respite for weary souls seeking solace or merriment after exploring all that Dingle has to offer. A step back through time takes us along the River Thames where an old pub stood tall between 1926-1927. It witnessed countless tales unfold along its banks as locals gathered under its roof seeking refuge from bustling city life. Across continents we journeyed next; Margaritaville Pub on Jamaica’s Hip Strip beckons visitors with tropical vibes and island rhythms.