The Mitre History
The Mitre was first built in the 1700's as a coffee shop. It was destroyed by fire in 1829. Rebuilt in over two years in 1830/31 to a much bigger and more elaborate design, during this time many of London's slum areas were being improved and West Greenwich was noted as a favourite and fashionable area with London's wealthy.
During World War Two the Mitre was badly bombed with significant damage caused to the front and first floor of the building.
In 1997 the Mitre was recognised for its historical significance, it was declared a "World Heritage Site" by UNESCO and is protected as a Grade 2 listed building.
The pub is actually within the Maritime Greenwich World Heritage Site, so it is being deceptively boastful by claiming that it has received individual recognition by UNESCO.
Site: The Mitre Public House - Greenwich (1 memorial)
SE10, Greenwich High Road, 291
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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