The Duke of York London

The Duke of York owes its name to a title of nobility in the British peerage. Since the 15th century, it has, when granted, usually been given to the second son of the British monarch. The title has been created a remarkable eleven times, eight as "Duke of York" and three as the double-barrelled "Duke of York and Albany". Since 1461, when the great-grandson of the first duke became King Edward IV, not one of the ten subsequent holders of the title has ever passed it on: they either died without male heirs or became King themselves. The Duke of York offers a regularly changing menu of home-made traditional and seasonal food as well as an excellent selection of ales and wines. To top it all the staff are well known for being friendly and welcoming.