Old Swan Stairs

Old Swan Stairs
   At the south end of Swan Lane leading down to the river (O.S.) and to Old Swan Pier. In Bridge Ward Within and Dowgate Ward.
   First mention: Leake, 1666.

A Dictionary of London. . 1918.

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