Johnstones 1818 directory index
This is the 1818 Johnstones London commercial guide which also includes a little pub history detail.
John Lockie in 1810 describes as :
"Helmet Row, Old Street, St. Lukes, at 97, on the W. side the church, and nearly opposite Whitecross st. it extends to Wcnlock street. "
Helmet row, Old street
Length 99 yards. No. of Houses 18.
3 Mason, John, Dealer in watch tools
6 Harrison, W. German black, cake maker
9 Oliver, John, Watch and water gilder
12 Blake, James, Timber & deal merchant
13 Nash, Joho, Bed sacking manufacturer
17 Gamson, Thomas, Bed sacking manufacturer
18 Taylor, J, Card & past board manufacturer
Crane, G, Blue manufacturer & drug mills