The Swan Hotel - The Embankment, Bedford, UK - Antique Hotels on Waymarking.com

The hotel was built in 1794 by Henry Holland for the 5th Duke of Bedford. It stands on The Embankment overlooking the River Great Ouse and is central to the town's shops and businesses.

Bedford is synonymous with John Bunyan, the religious leader. There are several sites in Bedford town historically significant with his life including a plaque on the Town Bridge opposite. Round the corner is the site of Bedford Castle and the Museum and Art Gallery.

Name of the Hotel: The Swan Hotel Address: The Bedford Swan Hotel The Embankment Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 1RW Number of Rooms: 113 Height in floors: 4 Hotel Rating: 4 Stars Hotel since: 01/01/1794 Date Building was built: 01/01/1794 First use of building: Original Hotel Historic Hotel (Historic Building, National Monument or similar): yes Urban Hotel (located in a village or town): yes Mountains Nearby (less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil): no Beachs Nearby (less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil): no Historic Place nearby (Unesco or National monument/site less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil): yes Major Pilgrimage Place Nearby (less than 25 Kms / 15 Mil. Consider any religion).: yes Hotel website (if available): [Web Link]

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