Historic pubs · London
The Black Cap
In or near Tyburn.
The Black Cap in England London, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Camden Town · 0.1 km
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Black Cap 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 Black Cap is a pub located in the Camden area of London, NW1. Established in 1751, it is noted for its long-standing history and significance within the local community. The venue offers a traditional pub experience, catering to a diverse clientele. Visitors can expect a vibrant atmosphere typical of London pubs, with a range of drinks and social events.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5384, -0.1424
- District
- Camden
- Parish
- Camden, unparished area
- Postcode
- NW1 7JY
- Parliamentary constituency
- Holborn and St Pancras
- Phone
- 02074289730
- Established
- 1751
- Nearest railway station
- Camden Town — 0.1 km
- Official site
- blackcapcamden.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q7718272 (CC0)
- wikipedia: The Black Cap (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- fsq: 4acf7cfef964a52007d420e3 (Apache-2.0)
- osm: n294001546 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Black Cap?
- The Black Cap is in London, United Kingdom (postcode NW1 7JY), in the parish of Camden, unparished area.
- What is The Black Cap?
- The Black Cap in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Black Cap?
- The nearest railway station is Camden Town, about 0.1 km away. The nearest town is Tyburn. Drivers can use postcode NW1 7JY.
- When was The Black Cap built?
- Built or established in 1751.
- How do I get to The Black Cap?
- The nearest railway station is Camden Town, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NW1 7JY.