Britain has a unique heritage in its inn signs: a record of its history and the people who made it. Inn signs depict everything, from battles to inventions, from sporting heroes to royalty. The …

for the intriguing history behind over 200 of Britain’s most popular pub signs? At more than 160 A4 pages this e-book is packed with full-colour illustrations, fascinating facts and dozens of links …

Nov 17, 2015 · There’s arguably nothing more British than the islands' local pubs, which are often accompanied by colorful, hand-painted signs. But why do they exist in the first place? It’s …

Jun 28, 2016 · Throughout the United Kingdom, pub signs are as much works of art as they are part of the nation’s history and cultural identity. Pub signs actually date as far back as the …

Nov 20, 2024 · Red lions, white horses, and colourful characters peer from pub signs as landlords choose names to represent local history, legends, landmarks, national figures, or simply imply …

Feb 3, 2020 · Public houses have played a significant role in British culture for centuries. These days, there are nearly 40,000 pubs scattered across the cities and villages of the U.K., many …

Sep 6, 2017 · There’s a unique heritage to the pub names and signs in Britain, which depict everything from historic events, local folklore and occupations to royalty, notable characters, …

Mar 6, 2025 · The history of British pub signs is a long and fascinating one. A trip around the pubs of England takes you on a journey through myth, legend, sport, religion and much more.

Aug 24, 2017 · One of the first things you’ll notice about most pubs are their colorful signs or their interesting names. The signs date back to 1393 and King Richard II of England, who ruled that …

The classic British pub sign is an historical journey through Britain's past. Their names reveal more than meets the eye. Come in for a pint.