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Black Lion Hotel, St. Albans

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198 Fishpool Street, St. Albans, AL3 4SB (View on Google Map)

This Pub is Permanently Closed

A distinguished building of the 1700s on the boundary of Fishpool Street and St Michaels village. The contemporayly decorated Savanna bar is effectively a pub in its own right, as non-residents make up the majority of the drinkers. Breakfasts also available to non-residents. For accommodation enquires use 01727 848 644. Big screen showing of sporting events

Information for this venue is provided by the South Hertfordshire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
St Albans
Last updated
Last surveyed
18/03/2010
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
unknown
Pub ID
SHE/673
Asset of Community Value
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