The History of British Swans

The links below are to various historical literary extracts relating to swans and their heritage in the British Isles.

Please note that you may need to enlarge some of the article images in order to be able to read them.

Coats of Arms

Swan Bill Markings – Page 1

Swan Bill Markings – Page 2

The Mute Swan on the River Thames – Page 1

The Mute Swan on the River Thames – Page 2

The Mute Swan on the River Thames – Page 3

Medieval London – an extract from “London’s Natural History” – Page 1

Medieval London – an extract from “London’s Natural History” – Page 2