Historic pubs · London
Flying Scotsman
In or near Covent Garden.
Flying Scotsman in England London, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- London King's Cross · 0.2 km
About
Flying Scotsman is a historic pub in England London, 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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Place summary
The Flying Scotsman is a pub located in the Islington area of London, postcode N1. It offers a traditional pub atmosphere, serving a range of drinks and light fare. Visitors can expect a casual setting suitable for socialising or unwinding after a day in the city. The pub is situated in an unparished area, contributing to its unique urban character.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5311, -0.1208
- District
- Islington
- Parish
- Islington, unparished area
- Postcode
- N1 9DB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Islington South and Finsbury
- Nearest railway station
- London King's Cross — 0.2 km
- Official site
- www.railwaymuseum.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q17361846 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Flying Scotsman, Kings Cross (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Flying Scotsman?
- Flying Scotsman is in London, United Kingdom (postcode N1 9DB), in the parish of Islington, unparished area.
- What is Flying Scotsman?
- Flying Scotsman in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Flying Scotsman?
- The nearest railway station is London King's Cross, about 0.2 km away. The nearest town is Covent Garden. Drivers can use postcode N1 9DB.
- How do I get to Flying Scotsman?
- The nearest railway station is London King's Cross, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode N1 9DB.