York, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Cumberland House
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 15, 2018
1. Cumberland House Marker
It appears to have been given its name in honour of the Duke of Cumberland, second son of King George II, who was given the freedom of the City on his way back to London after the Battle of Culloden in 1746.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1746.
Location. 53° 57.411′ N, 1° 4.958′ W. Marker is in York, England. Marker is at the intersection of King’s Staith and Cumberland Street, on the right when traveling north on King’s Staith. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: York, England YO1 9SR, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Frankie Howerd (a few steps from this marker); This Memorial Stone (within shouting distance of this marker); Courthouse Memorial Stone (within shouting distance of this marker); Castlegate House (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); St George’s Hall Cinema (about 150 meters away); Fairfax House (about 150 meters away); Coppergate (about 180 meters away); Clifford’s Tower (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in York.
Also see . . . Cumberland House, King's Staith - History of York
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Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 15, 2018
2. Cumberland House Marker
Photographed By Michael Herrick, August 15, 2018
3. Cumberland House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 99 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 22, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
