Historic pubs · London
The Spice of Life
In or near Covent Garden.
The Spice of Life in England London, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Covent Garden · 0.3 km
About
The Spice of Life is a historic pub in England London, United Kingdom, dating from 1759. 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 Spice of Life is a pub located in Camden, London, with postcode WC2B. Established in 1759, it has a long history within the area. The pub features a traditional setting, providing a typical pub experience for visitors. Expect a variety of drinks and a casual atmosphere suitable for socialising.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5150, -0.1221
- District
- Camden
- Parish
- Camden, unparished area
- Postcode
- WC2B 5AD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Holborn and St Pancras
- Established
- 1759
- Nearest railway station
- Covent Garden — 0.3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q7762629 (CC0)
- wikipedia: The Spice of Life, London (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Spice of Life?
- The Spice of Life is in London, United Kingdom (postcode WC2B 5AD), in the parish of Camden, unparished area.
- What is The Spice of Life?
- The Spice of Life in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Spice of Life?
- The nearest railway station is Covent Garden, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode WC2B 5AD.
- When was The Spice of Life built?
- Built or established in 1759.
- Who owns The Spice of Life?
- The Spice of Life is owned by | landlord =.
- How do I get to The Spice of Life?
- The nearest railway station is Covent Garden, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WC2B 5AD.