The Old Nun's Head
A nun was decapitated here, her head was displayed on a post
Location: Nunhead Green, SE15
Description: The pub stands on the site of a nunnery which was demolished in the Reformation. The abbess was decapitated, and her head displayed on a pole.
Religion
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A nun was decapitated here, her head was displayed on a post |
Ranking This Month: 1194/2857
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Credits: The London Companion - Jo Swinnerton
Other places nearby:
Anchor Tap», 2.7km
The Lock Tavern», 6.5km
The Pillars of Hercules», 4.6km
The Holly Bush», 8.2km
The Hand and Shears», 4.1km
Captain Kidd Public House», 2.5km
John Wayne smashed up this pub!», 3.4km
It's Organic & Gorgeous», 5.0km
The Mayflower Inn», 2.5km
The Cockpit», 3.7km
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