Covent Garden in City of Westminster in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Salisbury
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 26, 2026
1. The Salisbury Marker
The very name of this pub is part of the fabric of British history and reaches back to Robert Cecil, the first Earl of Salisbury who is said to have been the wisest man in Tudor politics. It was Cecil's 19th descendant, the third Marquis of Salisbury, Queen Victoria's favourite Prime Minister, from whom the site of the tavern was originally leased in 1892. Prior to this pub had been known as the Coach & Horses and Ben Caunt's Head and was famous for promoting prize fighting. A much friendlier and welcoming atmosphere is assured these days!
It would be very difficult to find a finer example of a late Victorian pub today. With it's original cut glass and hand carved mahogany splendour both internally and externally, it stands out proudly, not just in the heart of Theatreland but the whole of London.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1892.
Location. 51° 30.657′ N, 0° 7.634′ W. Marker is in City of Westminster, England, in Greater London. It is in Covent Garden. It is at the intersection of Saint Martin's Court and St Martins
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Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The London Gasketeers (within shouting distance of this marker); Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (within shouting distance of this marker); Flicker Alley (within shouting distance of this marker); Brewmaster (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Slaughters Coffee House (within shouting distance of this marker); Al Bowlly (within shouting distance of this marker); Sidney Webb (within shouting distance of this marker); The Bear & Staff (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 26, 2026
2. The Salisbury Marker - wide view
The marker is visible here beneath the awning.
Photographed by Andrew Ruppenstein, March 26, 2026
3. The Salisbury
Credits. This page was last revised on April 6, 2026. It was originally submitted on April 6, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 6, 2026, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.
