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The Old Ship is a Grade II listed historic public house in Richmond, London, trading as a Young's pub since 1860.

Last updated September 26, 2026

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Overview

The Old Ship is a historic public house at 3 King Street in Richmond, in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, United Kingdom. It is a Grade II listed building, recognised for its architectural and historic interest. The structure dates from the 18th century, although the identity of its architect is not recorded. Before 1725 the premises traded under the name the Six Bells; it took its present name, the Old Ship, during the 1780s. Since 1860 it has operated as a Young's pub, tying it to one of Britain's long-established brewery and pub-owning businesses. Today the Old Ship continues to serve as a pub in central Richmond, and it is listed on Young's official pub directory. Its Grade II listing and its long continuity of use make it a notable example of London's historic licensed premises.

History

The Old Ship is a public house at 3 King Street in Richmond, in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. The building is Grade II listed, a designation reflecting its special architectural or historic interest. It was built in the 18th century, and the architect responsible is not known. The premises had an earlier identity: prior to 1725 it was known as the Six Bells. It acquired its present name, the Old Ship, in the 1780s. From 1860 onward it has been a Young's pub, placing it within the estate of the Young's brewery and pub business. The pub remains in operation and is listed on Young's official website.

  • Built in the 18th century; architect unknown.

  • Known as the Six Bells prior to 1725.

  • Acquired the name the Old Ship in the 1780s.

  • Has been a Young's pub since 1860.

  • Listed as Grade II, at 3 King Street, Richmond.

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A historic, Grade II listed neighbourhood pub in Richmond, operated within the Young's pub estate.

  • Public house (pub) services

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