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The Great Britain Guide

Public art & sculpture · London

Swan Marker and Barge Master

In or near City of London.

Free admission

Swan Marker and Barge Master — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.

St. James Garlickhythe - geograph.org.uk - 2859480

Jonathan Thacker — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2 h
Nearest railway station
Mansion House · 0.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Swan Marker and Barge Master is a public art located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Place summary

Swan Marker and Barge Master is a public art installation located in London. It serves as a tribute to the historic role of the Swan Marker, who oversees the swan population on the River Thames. The piece reflects the area's cultural heritage and connection to the river.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
51.5111, -0.0940
Parish
City of London, unparished area
Postcode
EC4V 2AF
Parliamentary constituency
Cities of London and Westminster
Nearest railway station
Mansion House0.1 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Swan Marker and Barge Master?
Swan Marker and Barge Master is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC4V 2AF), in the parish of City of London, unparished area.
What is Swan Marker and Barge Master?
Swan Marker and Barge Master — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Swan Marker and Barge Master?
The nearest railway station is Mansion House, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EC4V 2AF.
Is Swan Marker and Barge Master free to visit?
Yes, Swan Marker and Barge Master is free to enter.
How do I get to Swan Marker and Barge Master?
The nearest railway station is Mansion House, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC4V 2AF.