Cafés · London
Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter
In or near Covent Garden.
Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter — a café in england london.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Russell Square · 0.3 km
About
Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter is a café located in england london. Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-14:00. Address: Russell Square, London, WC1B 4JP.
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Place summary
Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter is a cafe located in London, postcode WC1B. This shelter serves as a historical rest point for taxi drivers and is part of a series established in the late 19th century. It offers a unique glimpse into the city's transport history while providing refreshments to visitors. The setting is typical of the cabmen’s shelters, featuring a small, rustic design that reflects its functional purpose.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5219, -0.1277
- District
- Camden
- Parish
- Camden, unparished area
- Postcode
- WC1B 4JP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Holborn and St Pancras
- Nearest railway station
- Russell Square — 0.3 km
Sources
- osm: w458258126 (ODbL)
- wikidata: Q27082114 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter?
- Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter is in London, United Kingdom (postcode WC1B 4JP), in the parish of Camden, unparished area.
- What is Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter?
- Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter — a café in england london.
- How do I get to Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter?
- The nearest railway station is Russell Square, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode WC1B 4JP.
- How do I get to Russell Square Cabmen's Shelter?
- The nearest railway station is Russell Square, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WC1B 4JP.