What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: Francis "King" Cobb 1726-1802 Banker & Brewer "King of Margate" lived here Recorded plaque organisation: Thanet District Council.
Francis Cobb, known as the "King of Margate," was a prominent banker and brewer in the 18th century, remembered for his significant influence over the town's economic and social life.
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Places near here
23, King StreetListed building · 19 yd
29 and 31, King StreetListed building · 31 yd
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Turner Contemporary GalleryGallery · 185 yd
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Margate CaveCave or cavern · 267 yd
Margate beachBeach · 461 yd
Margate clock towerCastle, fort or tower · 484 yd
The Altar Chamber of the Shell Grotto, MargateCave or cavern · 544 yd
William Foord-KelceyMemorial · 726 yd
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Photo: Simon Harriyott · CC BY 2.0