The Widow's Son, London, Grade II listed pub in Bromley-by-Bow, London, England.
The Widow's Son features a distinctive blue-painted exterior with traditional architectural elements at the corner of Devons Road in East London.
Built around 1848, this establishment stands on the former site of a cottage where a widow resided, waiting for her naval son's return.
The pub maintains a maritime connection through an annual Good Friday ceremony where Royal Navy sailors add a hot cross bun to a net above the bar.
Located at 75 Devons Road, the establishment serves drinks and meals while offering regular community gatherings in the Tower Hamlets district.
A collection of preserved hot cross buns hangs from the ceiling, with some dating back decades, following a tradition started by the original widow.
Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets
GPS coordinates: 51.52220,-0.01801
Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:50
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