Historic pubs · London
The Widow's Son, London
In or near City of London.
The Widow's Son, London in England London, United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Devons Road · 0.1 km
About
The Widow's Son, London 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 Widow's Son is a pub located in Tower Hamlets, London, with the postcode E3. Established in 1848, it features a historical significance reflective of its long-standing presence in the area. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, typical of London establishments, offering a range of beverages in a communal setting.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5222, -0.0180
- District
- Tower Hamlets
- Parish
- Tower Hamlets, unparished area
- Postcode
- E3 3PJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Poplar and Limehouse
- Phone
- 02030697426
- Established
- 1848
- Nearest railway station
- Devons Road — 0.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q16707782 (CC0)
- wikipedia: The Widow's Son, London (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- fsq: 4c7447e0d8948cfaac9664da (Apache-2.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Widow's Son, London?
- The Widow's Son, London is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E3 3PJ), in the parish of Tower Hamlets, unparished area.
- What is The Widow's Son, London?
- The Widow's Son, London in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Widow's Son, London?
- The nearest railway station is Devons Road, about 0.1 km away. The nearest town is City of London. Drivers can use postcode E3 3PJ.
- When was The Widow's Son, London built?
- Built or established in 1848.
- How do I get to The Widow's Son, London?
- The nearest railway station is Devons Road, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E3 3PJ.