The Old Nun's Head


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.

Themes: PubPub Theme  ReligionReligion Theme
The Old Nun's Head

A nun was decapitated here, her head was displayed on a post

Ranking This Month: 2243/3068

Pages Hit This Month: 38


Credits: The London Companion - Jo Swinnerton

Your Comments:

Name:
Email:
Your email will ONLY be used once, to confirm the publication of your comments. We value your contribution and privacy.

Anti-spam Security: Please enter this code:


Other places nearby:


The Hand & Racquet», 4.3km

The Duchess», 3.7km

Queens Head and Artichoke», 5.5km

The Nag's Head», 4.9km

Tootings Castle», 5.3km

A Pub with No Swearing», 5.2km

150 Not Out in Paddington», 6.0km

The Cart and Horses», 5.9km

The Hand and Shears», 4.1km

The Bull and Gate», 6.9km

Location Pinpointed:


Open Street Maps», Google Maps»