Town of Ramsgate


Town of Ramsgate

Colonel Blood caught here, after trying to steal Crown Jewels

Location: 62 Wapping High Street, E1W2PN

Description: It was here that Colonel Blood was captured as he tried to steal the Crown Jewels. It was also the location of the capture of the 'hanging judge'...Judge Jeffries.

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Town of Ramsgate

Colonel Blood caught here, after trying to steal Crown Jewels

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Credits: The London Companion - Jo Swinnerton

1» Arrived from Australia and by chance popped into this pub and was blown away by the atmposphere,food and total charm of the place - especially the two in charge - a Mr & Mrs Biddle I believe. Also fun clientele - very, very happy crowd! one of the best memories of my trip. (Peter Keogh)
Posted by Peter Keogh on 2007-08-23

Other places nearby:


The Footman», 3.6km

The Coach and Horses», 2.9km

Black Cap», 4.2km

The Porterhouse - Covent Garden», 2.6km

The Half Moon», 7.2km

Leslie Compton's Pub», 4.9km

The White Bear Inn», 3.1km

The Dog and Fox», 8.6km

The Yorkshire Stingo», 4.5km

The Cart and Horses», 3.8km

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