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The Swan with Two Necks

The Swan with Two Necks was once a coaching in in the City of London. Until the arrival of the railways, it was one of the principal departure points for travel to the north of England. Its site was taken over in the early 1860s as a goods and parcels depot for a firm of railway agents and carriers. Date: 19th century

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© Mary Evans / Peter & Dawn Cope Collection Mary Evans / Peter & Dawn Cope Collection

Agents Arrival Carriers Coaching Departure Depot Firm Goods Necks Parcels Points Principal Railways Swan 1860s


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The Swan with Two Necks: A Historical Snapshot of Coaching Travel in 19th Century London This evocative photograph captures the image of The Swan with Two Necks, a historic coaching inn located in the heart of the City of London. Once a significant departure point for travelers heading north to England, the Swan with Two Necks held a prominent position in the transportation landscape prior to the advent of railways. The Swan with Two Necks, with its distinctive name and elegant facade, stands as a testament to the era of coaching travel. The inn, situated in a bustling part of the city, was a popular choice for those embarking on long journeys. The 19th century photograph reveals the grandeur of the coaching inn, with its ornate windows, intricate architectural details, and the horse-drawn coaches that were a common sight outside. The arrival of railways marked the beginning of the end for coaching inns like the Swan with Two Necks. By the early 1860s, the site of the inn was taken over as a goods and parcels depot for a firm of railway agents and carriers. However, the photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the role that coaching inns played in the transportation history of London and the United Kingdom. The Swan with Two Necks, with its rich history and architectural charm, continues to intrigue and captivate viewers, offering a glimpse into the past and the evolution of travel in the 19th century.

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