City of Westminster in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Fountain Tavern
Photographed By Michael Herrick, July 29, 2018
1. The Fountain Tavern Marker
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In this court in the 18th century stood the Fountain Tavern where the political oponents of Sir Robert Walpole met using the title of the Fountain Club Also the Coal Hole the meeting place of the Wolf Club of which about 1826 Edmund Kean was a leading member
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This way was called Fountain Court until 1883 from the Fountain Tavern which stood on this site
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics.
Location. 51° 30.645′ N, 0° 7.233′ W. Marker is in City of Westminster, England, in Greater London. Marker is at the intersection of Strand and Savoy Buildings, on the left when traveling west on Strand. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: City of Westminster, England WC2R 0AA, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Palace of the Savoy (within shouting distance of this marker); Savoy Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); The Coal Hole (within shouting distance of this marker); The Wellington (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Lyceum (about 120 meters away); Royal Air Force (about 120 meters away); British Broadcasting Company Studios
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Photographed By Michael Herrick, July 29, 2018
2. The Fountain Tavern Marker
Photographed By Michael Herrick, July 29, 2018
3. The Fountain Tavern Markers
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on August 19, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 155 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 19, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
