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Historic pubs · North East England

Black Swan Public House

In or near Alnwick town walls.

Black Swan Public House in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.

'Guest Hall' Outer Walls, Alnwick Castle - geograph.org.uk - 6873055

Geoff Holland — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Lionheart · 1.9 km

About

Black Swan Public House is a historic pub in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Northumberland Coast

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

The Black Swan Public House is a pub located in Alnwick, within the Scottish Lowlands. It is situated near the Northumberland Shore, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is part of the Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, with the surrounding natural beauty providing a scenic backdrop for refreshments.

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Coordinates
55.4146, -1.7081
Parish
Alnwick
Postcode
NE66 1HL
Parliamentary constituency
North Northumberland
Nearest railway station
Lionheart1.9 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Black Swan Public House?
Black Swan Public House is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE66 1HL), in the parish of Alnwick.
What is Black Swan Public House?
Black Swan Public House in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Black Swan Public House?
The nearest railway station is Lionheart, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE66 1HL.
Is Black Swan Public House a protected site?
Yes — Black Swan Public House is part of the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Northumberland Coast National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Black Swan Public House?
The nearest railway station is Lionheart, about 1.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE66 1HL.