London Gate Pillar Box - Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, UK
N 51° 29.307 W 000° 09.444
30U E 697344 N 5707976
This pillar box is set into the railings of the Royal Hospital, Chelsea.
Waymark Code: WMG4YC
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/13/2013
Views: 6
The railings, at the London Gate entrance to the Royal Hospital, have been erected around and over this pillar box. The box is in good condition as would be expected given its prestigious location.
Tell us about the area the post box is situated.:
The box is at the London Gate entrance to the Royal Hospital, home to the Chelsea Pensioners, in Royal Hospital Road. This is a very well maintained hospital and gardens.
Condition of the box: Good/Average/Poor: Good
Is this post box still in use?: Yes. Mon-Fri 5.30pm and Sat 12 noon.
Is VR embossed on the post box or is it an "anonymous" box?: Yes
Any other embossed lettering, such as manufacturer?: Yes
Manufacturer Inscription: Andrew Handyside & Co Britannia Iron Works Derby & London
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