Platform Tavern, Southampton
The Platform Tavern is the epitome of a British public house. The walls are steeped in history, the atmosphere is homely and unique, and the menu is reliable and delicious.
The pub is built against the 1350 city walls. In this area, the quay contained a gun battery.
The Platform Tavern has occupied this space since 1873. Like many pubs near seaports, the Platform brewed their own ale for the seamen who came to the docks. They also had rooms to rent upstairs.
When Titanic was docked here, the pub would've had a front-row seat. Many passengers passed through. The last victim to be recovered, one Mr. James McGrady, stayed in the pub. In fact, it was his last known address.
The pub was also featured in James Cameron's movie. Here, fictional characters Jack Dawson and Fabrizio De Rossi won their tickets to America in a poker game.
The pub is built against the 1350 city walls. In this area, the quay contained a gun battery.
The Platform Tavern has occupied this space since 1873. Like many pubs near seaports, the Platform brewed their own ale for the seamen who came to the docks. They also had rooms to rent upstairs.
When Titanic was docked here, the pub would've had a front-row seat. Many passengers passed through. The last victim to be recovered, one Mr. James McGrady, stayed in the pub. In fact, it was his last known address.
The pub was also featured in James Cameron's movie. Here, fictional characters Jack Dawson and Fabrizio De Rossi won their tickets to America in a poker game.
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Sight Name: Platform Tavern
Sight Location: Southampton, England (See walking tours in Southampton)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Sight Location: Southampton, England (See walking tours in Southampton)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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