Princess Louise, Victorian pub in Holborn, England
Description
Princess Louise is a Victorian pub in Holborn with ornate interior details dating from the 1800s. The space features wooden panels, etched mirrors, brass fixtures, and separate drinking areas divided by mahogany partitions creating distinct rooms.
History
The building opened in 1872 and underwent major renovation in 1891 that created its current layout with a central island bar. This restructuring established the design that visitors see today.
Culture
The pub served as a gathering place for folk musicians during the British folk revival of the late 1950s and early 1960s. Musicians would meet here to share ideas and perform, making it part of that musical era.
Practical
The pub sits near the British Museum and is operated by Samuel Smith Brewery. Access to the interior is straightforward, though the establishment maintains strict rules against mobile phones and recorded music to preserve its character.
Did you know?
The men's restrooms are clad in marble and hold their own separate Grade II listing as a protected building. This recognition shows how much care was taken to preserve even the smallest spaces within the pub.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (London Borough of Camden).
Sicilian Avenue
133 m
Pushkin House
151 m
Aviation House
73 m
Holborn Town Hall and Library
80 mMuseum Mile, London
59 m
Church of St Anselm and St Cecilia
170 m
Africa House
154 m
Baptist Church House Kingsgate House
120 m
60, Parker Street
136 m
207 High Holborn
9 m
Numbers 43, 44 And 45 And Attached Railings
129 m
Carlisle House
132 m
Numbers 1-29 And Attached Screen
124 m
K6 Telephone Kiosk, Adjacent To Garden Railings
159 m
16,16A,18,18A,20 And 20A, Barter Street
72 m
National Westminster Bank
27 m
233, High Holborn
150 m
24 And 25, Macklin Street
117 m
St Giles Almshouses And Walls And Railings
147 m
Numbers 5, 5a And 6 And Attached Railings And Lamp Holder
154 m
Numbers 46 And 47 And Attached Railings
120 m
23, Macklin Street
127 m
Number 1 And Attached Railings
119 m
Numbers 20 And 21 And Attached Railings
124 m
2 And 3, Bloomsbury Square
119 m
6-20, Sicilian Avenue
144 m
Three lamp posts
143 m
5, Great Queen Street
150 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes