Monday 11 February 2013

Pied Bull Yard



I came across this yard quite by accident. It is just around the corner from The British Museum. The very name aroused my interest and I wandered through the archway to discover some interesting shops and businesses. 



I couldn't find much information about the history of the yard except that it was noted on a map in 1746 as a stable yard and then in the  1841 census it was more like a typical Victorian mews with a coachmaker, upholsterer, dressmaker, livery keeper and coachmen listed as living here. At present there is a bookshop with a coffee shop, a small art gallery, a camera shop and Truckles bar/restaurant.

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29 comments:

  1. Unknown11 February 2013 at 20:27

    I was always impressed by the mews of London and what they held. Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  2. Rajesh11 February 2013 at 20:28

    This sure looks a real cool place.

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  3. Carver11 February 2013 at 20:38

    That is an interesting name and a cool place to stumble on.

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  4. Sylvia K11 February 2013 at 20:47

    How interesting indeed and definitely a great place to discover!! Love your captures and the name is intriguing!!

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  5. CrazyCris11 February 2013 at 20:52

    One of the things I love about London is all these little spaces hiding away between/behind buildings that you wouldn't guess at from the streets! It's very rewarding for someone who likes to go exploring... ;o)

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  6. DJan11 February 2013 at 20:56

    I would love to be there finding these places along with you! But in the meantime I will enjoy my virtual visits. :-)

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  7. Penelope Notes11 February 2013 at 21:26

    I can easily imagine the hustle and bustle of all the people from days gone by busy with their activities in this lovely little spot you discovered. Well worth taking a peek around the corner. :)

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  8. Dianne11 February 2013 at 21:59

    What a lovely find and just as well you mozzied on into the little courtyard .... I could imagine sitting there sipping a coffee and imagining what life would have been like in an earlier era.

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  9. EG CameraGirl12 February 2013 at 00:03

    Very inviting place to my eyes. And books, coffee, art and cameras makes it seem even more appealing.

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  10. Anonymous12 February 2013 at 00:32

    Good find. Appears to be a little chilly for al fresco dining.

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  11. Photo Cache12 February 2013 at 01:15

    looks like i'd opt for the outdoor seating.

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  12. carol l mckenna12 February 2013 at 01:40

    Great photos and fun places ~

    Carol of (A Creative Harbor) on blogger ^_^

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  13. Kusum12 February 2013 at 03:44

    Nice account!

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  14. Indrani12 February 2013 at 05:10

    Nice place, I too will prefer the table outside.

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  15. Anonymous12 February 2013 at 05:12

    What a wonderful old clock!

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  16. Gemma Wiseman12 February 2013 at 07:38

    Adore the clock feature in the first photo! And there is a lovely atmosphere of many stories from many days here! Beautiful!

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  17. diane b12 February 2013 at 07:52

    You find some nice little places. It looks like somewhere I would like to stop and browse as well as have a cuppa.

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  18. Stewart M12 February 2013 at 09:22

    A "bookshop with a coffee shop, a small art gallery, a camera shop" - who could ask for more!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  19. eileeninmd12 February 2013 at 09:23

    It is a lovely find, the clock and entryway are beautiful. And on a nice day it would be great to sit at one of the tables. Thanks for sharing, have a happy week!

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  20. Jill Harrison12 February 2013 at 13:35

    indeed, I agree, a wonderful find, and a lovely place to explore, and then sit and have afternoon tea.
    Thank you for stopping by my blog today, and for your comments. Have a wonderful week.

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  21. Black Jack's Carol12 February 2013 at 15:13

    Fascinating square. Bet there are so many stories to tell...

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  22. Gattina12 February 2013 at 16:16

    London is certainly full of surprises ! so many new places to discover !

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  23. Ebie12 February 2013 at 16:30

    Wow, love the architecture. You must have come either before breakfast or lunch, there's hardly any crowd/people (hehehe, which I like sometines) in our pictures.

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  24. amanda12 February 2013 at 18:08

    Thanks for your visit & kind comment on my blog..
    I LOVE your blog description, and I love exploring & learning about new places. New follower - I look forward to following along with your adventures!
    (Kayaking through the rainforest - I hope I haven't missed that!)

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  25. LifeRamblings13 February 2013 at 00:56

    lovely architecture. looks like a great place to hang out.

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  26. Alice13 February 2013 at 01:02

    I love the beautiful architecture designs of the building. Very clean place and peaceful but wonder where are all the people.

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  27. biebkriebels13 February 2013 at 10:58

    So nice to find something new in the city, you haven't seen before.

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  28. magiceye14 February 2013 at 09:47

    So pretty!!

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  29. Joe Todd19 February 2013 at 20:46

    A neat find

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