Brentford Rewind; The Beehive, 'ideal for ladies who lunch'
By The Editor
26th Aug 2021 | Local News
The Beehive is an iconic landmark in Brentford as it sits on Half Acre and the high street.
It was originally called The Beehive Hotel and the distinctive building was designed by TH Nowell Parr and AE Kates in 1907 when it became the corner building of the Half Acre after it was widened for tram lines to Hanwell.
With its beehive-shaped turret, art nouveau glass, blue-green Doulton glazed tiles, the pub occupies a prominent position in the High Street.
An art nouveau grate in the fireplace is the only feature of note inside.
It is described in 'Buildings of England' as a 'notable landmark… a small but confident corner pub of much character'.
The pub was named after the Beehive brewery founded in the area by the Gomm family in 1840.
Early 20th century advertising billed the pub as a "suitable place for ladies to lunch".
More recently it has proved a popular pre-match watering hole for Brentford FC football fans.
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