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Publican Collection

"Discover the charm of Publican: A High Street gem in Burntisland

Background imagePublican Collection: High Street, Burntisland, Fifeshire

High Street, Burntisland, Fifeshire
High Street, Burntisland, near Kirkcaldy, Fifeshire, Scotland. Showing Green Tree Inn - Publican J Murray Date: 1900s

Background imagePublican Collection: Silhouette of a landlord and his dog

Silhouette of a landlord and his dog
Silhouette of a pub landlord with a glass of beer in his hand, his dog sitting at his feet. An advertisement for Worthington beer

Background imagePublican Collection: Zacchaeus Converted

Zacchaeus Converted
The calling and conversion of Zacchaus, a publican

Background imagePublican Collection: ITALY. Ravenna. Basilica of Sant Apollinare Nuovo

ITALY. Ravenna. Basilica of Sant Apollinare Nuovo. The Pharisee and the publican in the Temple door. Scene of the miracles

Background imagePublican Collection: Alcoholism: mottos of the week (chromolitho)

Alcoholism: mottos of the week (chromolitho)
5996072 Alcoholism: mottos of the week (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alcoholism: mottos of the week)

Background imagePublican Collection: Matthew Skeggs, in the character of Seignor Bumbasto, playing a broomstick instead of a cello with

Matthew Skeggs, in the character of Seignor Bumbasto, playing a broomstick instead of a cello with a bow
FLO5003457 Matthew Skeggs, in the character of Seignor Bumbasto, playing a broomstick instead of a cello with a bow. Skeggs was a publican and performer of musical tricks with the Choice Spirits

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican, 1661. Creator: Barent Fabritius

The Pharisee and the Publican, 1661. Creator: Barent Fabritius
The Pharisee and the Publican, 1661

Background imagePublican Collection: Page from the Gaceta Callajera (October 3 1895) relating to the death of the government mi

Page from the Gaceta Callajera (October 3 1895) relating to the death of the government mi... 1895. Creator: Anon
Page from the Gaceta Callajera (October 3 1895) relating to the death of the government minister, Don Manuel Romero Rubio, 1895

Background imagePublican Collection: Bobbing the Beer, 1850. Creator: Unknown

Bobbing the Beer, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Bobbing the Beer, 1850. The adulteration of Beer, technically termed "Bobbing, " is, unfortunately for the public health, a practice much resorted to by the sellers of London Porter

Background imagePublican Collection: Geoff Hurst, Stoke City and ex-England footballer, pictured working in the pub that he

Geoff Hurst, Stoke City and ex-England footballer, pictured working in the pub that he now owns, The Sheet Anchor Hotel, Whitmore, Staffordshire. Geoff pictured filling a glass with Lambs Navy Rum

Background imagePublican Collection: The New Inn, Manaccan, Cornwall. Early 1900s

The New Inn, Manaccan, Cornwall. Early 1900s
A woman and young child are standing in the doorway. The licence holder at the time was E. Lovesey. Tea gardens, refreshment rooms and accommodation are advertised

Background imagePublican Collection: Cartoon, The Great Trick Act (Disraeli)

Cartoon, The Great Trick Act (Disraeli)
Cartoon, The Great Trick Act -- a satirical comment on the Conservative Partys recent success in the General Election. Depicting Benjamin Disraeli as a female horse rider in a circus

Background imagePublican Collection: Generous publicans and residents have dug deep into their pockets to help Coventry

Generous publicans and residents have dug deep into their pockets to help Coventry schoolboy Kevin Smith who suffers fro cerebral palsy

Background imagePublican Collection: The New Star manager, David GG McGuigan, pictured outside the pub which him

The New Star manager, David GG McGuigan, pictured outside the pub which him and his wife Margaret took over a month ago. He has since discovered that 200 bats, a protected species

Background imagePublican Collection: One time circus strong man, Mr Butty Sugrue, now the publican of Courage

One time circus strong man, Mr Butty Sugrue, now the publican of Courages Admiral Nelson public house, Carlton Vale, Kilburn

Background imagePublican Collection: Former Coventry City footballer Jim Holton, landlord of the Rising Sun in spon Street

Former Coventry City footballer Jim Holton, landlord of the Rising Sun in spon Street, Coventry. 13th May 1986

Background imagePublican Collection: The landlord of The Granville Arms, Barford, near Warwick, Mr Clarence John Harding

The landlord of The Granville Arms, Barford, near Warwick, Mr Clarence John Harding. Hunting figures and horse brasses adorn the bar area and decorate the shelves

Background imagePublican Collection: Royal Oak Inn MCF01_02_0677

Royal Oak Inn MCF01_02_0677
Royal Oak Inn, Wootton Rivers, Wiltshire. A portrait of Mr & Mrs Gilbert standing in the courtyard of the Royal Oak Inn. A sign above one of the doors shows that Willis Gilbert was licensed to sell

Background imagePublican Collection: Chad Valley, Harborne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham

Chad Valley, Harborne Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham - The White Swan (Publican: H. W. Mansell). Date: circa 1908

Background imagePublican Collection: Cock Tavern, Great Portland Street / Margaret Street corner

Cock Tavern, Great Portland Street / Margaret Street corner
The Cock Tavern - Great Portland Street / Margaret Street corner, London. Publican - Fred Spear. Date: 1910

Background imagePublican Collection: WATERING THE WINE

WATERING THE WINE
The wine-merchant in his cellar at dead of night... 1905

Background imagePublican Collection: A publican pouring wine for two gentlemen huntsmen with muskets and hound

A publican pouring wine for two gentlemen huntsmen with muskets and hound
6337433 A publican pouring wine for two gentlemen huntsmen with muskets and hound by Scott, J. (19th century); (add.info.: A publican pouring wine for two gentlemen huntsmen with muskets and hound)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and Publican (colour litho)

The Pharisee and Publican (colour litho)
3651474 The Pharisee and Publican (colour litho) by Morgan, Walter Jenks (1847-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, c. 1910 (colour litho)

The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, c. 1910 (colour litho)
KW441411 The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, c.1910 (colour litho) by Adams, Frank (1871-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican, Luke XVIII, 9-14 (engraving)

The Pharisee and the Publican, Luke XVIII, 9-14 (engraving)
2800410 The Pharisee and the Publican, Luke XVIII, 9-14 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and the Publican, Luke XVIII, 9-14)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Winning 'Stroke'(engraving)

The Winning "Stroke"(engraving)
2777113 The Winning " Stroke" (engraving) by Tenniel, John (1820-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Winning " Stroke." Cartoon, 28 March 1874)

Background imagePublican Collection: Comic postcard, Bitter and port in a pub Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Bitter and port in a pub Date: 20th century

Background imagePublican Collection: Regency gentleman with cudgel on a thoroughbred horse

Regency gentleman with cudgel on a thoroughbred horse, while another loses his wig on a galloping steed. A Bit of Blood. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Thomas Rowlandson after an illustration

Background imagePublican Collection: Cartoon, The Winning Stroke (Disraeli)

Cartoon, The Winning Stroke (Disraeli)
Cartoon, The Winning Stroke -- a satirical comment on the Conservative Partys success in the recent General Election, depicting Benjamin Disraeli as a rower who believes that he has benefited

Background imagePublican Collection: Grenadier of the 26th Cameronian Foot (1761) enjoying a drink

Grenadier of the 26th Cameronian Foot (1761) enjoying a drink, New Years greetings card (chromolitho)
6031504 Grenadier of the 26th Cameronian Foot (1761) enjoying a drink, New Years greetings card (chromolitho) by English School

Background imagePublican Collection: Birthday Greetings Postcard - Cockchafers call on Froggie

Birthday Greetings Postcard - Cockchafers call on Froggie
Birthday Greetings Postcard - Mr and Mrs Cockchafer (May Bugs or Doodlebugs) call on Froggie (who appears to be running an inn or pub) and present him with a bouquet of daisies on his Birthday

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)

The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)
5200626 The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving) by Schnorr von Carolsfeld, Julius (1794-1872) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican

The Pharisee and the Publican
LLM461287 The Pharisee and the Publican by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: Matthew Skeggs, as Seignor Bumbasto, playing

Matthew Skeggs, as Seignor Bumbasto, playing
Matthew Skeggs, in the character of Seignor Bumbasto, playing a broomstick instead of a cello with a bow. Skeggs was a publican and performer of musical tricks with the Choice Spirits

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican (colour litho)

The Pharisee and the Publican (colour litho)
3652620 The Pharisee and the Publican (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: A Publican (engraving)

A Publican (engraving)
3654592 A Publican (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Publican. Illustration for A History of Domestic Manners)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)

The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)
2787276 The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving) by Robida, Albert (1848-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: Mr Chubb, the proprietor of the 'Red Lion'(engraving)

Mr Chubb, the proprietor of the "Red Lion"(engraving)
3625217 Mr Chubb, the proprietor of the " Red Lion" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Chubb, the proprietor of the " Red Lion")

Background imagePublican Collection: Judy Dowling - Keeper of the Town Hutch, 1815-c. 1820 (oil on canvas)

Judy Dowling - Keeper of the Town Hutch, 1815-c. 1820 (oil on canvas)
TW427316 Judy Dowling - Keeper of the Town Hutch, 1815-c.1820 (oil on canvas) by Parker, Henry Perlee (1795-1873) (after); 68.8x57.1 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and Publican (engraving)

The Pharisee and Publican (engraving)
5224115 The Pharisee and Publican (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican (colour litho)

The Pharisee and the Publican (colour litho)
6016302 The Pharisee and the Publican (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the Publican (chromolitho)

The Pharisee and the Publican (chromolitho)
979000 The Pharisee and the Publican (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from the Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: Jesus commanding Matthew, the publican, to follow him

Jesus commanding Matthew, the publican, to follow him
LLM339676 Jesus commanding Matthew, the publican, to follow him by Hole, William Brassey (1846-1917); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jesus commanding Matthew, the publican, to follow him)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Pharisee and the publican, illustration from Harold Copping Pictures

The Pharisee and the publican, illustration from Harold Copping Pictures
3039791 The Pharisee and the publican, illustration from Harold Copping Pictures: The Crown Series, c.1920s (colour litho) by Copping

Background imagePublican Collection: A Meeting of the Unemployed (etching)

A Meeting of the Unemployed (etching)
1066761 A Meeting of the Unemployed (etching) by Paton, Frank (1856-1909); 20.003x25.4001x cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; gift of Mrs. Edwin B. Hopkins; English, out of copyright

Background imagePublican Collection: Gustave Dore Bible: The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)

Gustave Dore Bible: The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)
5221543 Gustave Dore Bible: The Pharisee and the Publican (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)

The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican (engraving)
6028653 The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican)

Background imagePublican Collection: The Parables of Christ: The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (chromolitho)

The Parables of Christ: The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (chromolitho)
6001777 The Parables of Christ: The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (chromolitho) by Andre, Richard (1834-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Parables of Christ)



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"Discover the charm of Publican: A High Street gem in Burntisland, Fifeshire" Step into a world where history and hospitality intertwine as you enter Publican on High Street. Silhouetted against the warm glow of the fireplace, a friendly landlord and his loyal dog welcome you with open arms. Just like Zacchaeus Converted, this establishment embraces transformation and growth, and is not just a place to enjoy your favorite drink; it is a sanctuary for those seeking solace from their daily struggles. Adorned with mottos of the week displayed in vibrant chromolitho prints, Publican sheds light on important issues such as alcoholism. It serves as a reminder that even amidst revelry, responsibility should never be forgotten. Drawing inspiration from far-flung places like Ravenna's Basilica of Sant Apollinare Nuovo in Italy or German Children's Theatre Costumes, Publican creates an atmosphere that transcends borders. Here, everyone is welcomed with open arms regardless of their background or beliefs. Much like the parable of Pharisee and Publican, this establishment encourages humility and empathy towards one another. It fosters an environment where differences are celebrated rather than judged. Publican has become more than just a local haunt; it has become part of Birmingham's identity. Nestled on Harborne Road in Edgbaston by Chad Valley, its rich history resonates through every sip taken at Cock Tavern on Great Portland Street/Margaret Street corner. In homage to The New Inn in Manaccan during the early 1900s Cornwall era when watering wine was common practice – here at Publican we strive to create memorable experiences rooted in tradition but adapted for modern times. So come join us at Publican - where stories unfold over pints shared among friends old and new. Experience warmth beyond measure within these walls steeped in history yet alive with laughter and camaraderie.