Holborn Restaurant, London 1913 Sizes:A3 (297x420mm) Archival Print (Unframed) count us in

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This menu which includes dishes of pheasant

Staff drew water from the property's own well so guests did not have to drink from the city's then questionable public water supply

They were one of the great pioneers of Britain's rail network and were responsible for the rebuilding of Waterloo and its becoming one of the great stations of the world

Holborn Restaurant, London 1913 Sizes:A3 (297x420mm) Archival Print (Unframed) count us inThe Holborn was a very grand restaurant in London, much favoured by high society in the early 20th century. The main dining room was the Grand Salon where lunch and dinner was served by waiters in formal dress. There was a smaller Grill Room and ladies could dine with their friends in a separate area. Music played by the in house orchestra provided the entertainment and there was much smoking and drinking. Courtesy Private Collection. We make our