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ARCHIVES: Public Houses
Desford Pubs
The term public house was not really used until the 19th century. Before this, there were alehouses, inns and taverns. It is interesting to note that often the pubs were run by “incomers” who were born elsewhere; usually in local villages in the county.
First known reference and closure date, where known:
Bulls Head 1665
The Wheel 1766 - c1868
The Roebuck 1825 - 2010
Red Lion 1825
Blue Bell 1841
White Horse 1846
Blacksmith’s Arms 1849 - 1932
Lancaster Arms 1870
The Red Lion
The Roebuck Inn
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