Old Policemans Cape or Coat Cloak Hook Great Newport Street London England

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This hook on the wall near the junction of Great Newport Street and Upper St. Martin’s Lane in Covent Garden is reputed to have been here since the 1870s. Probably used for holding a policeman’s cape while he directs traffic or possibly to let the garment dry after rain.

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Size: 3413px × 5120px
Location: Great Newport Street London England UK
Photo credit: © Neil Setchfield / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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