Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
William Nicholson
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 23, 2018
1. William Nicholson Marker
Inscription.
William Nicholson. .
William Nicholson ( 1824 – 1909 ) Distiller, Politician, Cricket Player, Benefactor. This alehouse is part of the Nicholson's heritage collection. They're all different, yet they all owe something to the man who founded them. William Nicholson was a Victorian all-rounder - a businessman, MP, and sporting hero. He played first-class cricket, ran the family's distilling business, and financed Lord's cricket ground and its famous pavilion. In 1873, William revitalised a collection of characterful alehouses, each one an architectural delight with a strong sense of place and individuality. William added craftsmanship - marble, tiling, vibrant leaded windows - and his larger-than-life personality. William's influence is lasting. His alehouses are still brimming with warmth, tradition, and timeless hospitality.
This alehouse is part of the Nicholson's heritage collection. They're all different, yet they all owe something to the man who founded them. William Nicholson was a Victorian all-rounder - a businessman, MP, and sporting hero. He played first-class cricket, ran the family's distilling business, and financed Lord's cricket ground and its famous pavilion. In 1873, William revitalised a collection of characterful alehouses, each one an architectural delight with a strong sense of place and individuality. William added craftsmanship - marble, tiling, vibrant leaded windows - and his larger-than-life personality. William's influence is lasting. His alehouses are still brimming with warmth, tradition, and timeless hospitality.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1824.
Location. 55° 56.811′ N, 3° 11.486′ W. Marker is in Edinburgh, Scotland. Marker is at the intersection of George IV Bridge and Candlemaker Row, on the left when traveling north on George IV Bridge. Located opposite Greyfriars Bobby's Bar. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Edinburgh, Scotland EH1 2QE, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker.
2. William Nicholson Marker at Greyfriars Bobby's Bar
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 23, 2018
3. Greyfriars Bobby's Bar
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 1, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 95 times since then and 3 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on December 1, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
