Pubs are an important part of the English lifestyle. They are the heart of every village, town, and city where friends socialize, watch the footie and have a pint. More so, the traditional English pub goes far beyond the simple social house. From the moment you step foot into one, you can feel the history that seems to emanate from its walls. These are some of my favorite venues that not only provide the ambiance and charm that England has to offer, but they each also have their own unique story to tell.
Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, Nottingham
Once the favorite watering hole for crusading knights on their way the Holy Land, this 800-year-old pub sits beneath Nottingham Castle and proudly touts the title of England's Oldest Inn. This unique pub is famous for its caves that are carved out of the sandstone rock that it is housed in. Sitting on the bar is the Cursed Galleon, a small wooden ship that is said to have caused the mysterious deaths to the people who have touched it. Also, you will find an antique chair that is supposed to increase the chances of pregnancy to any woman who sits in it. This pub is must-visit with its history, selection of fine ales and traditional pub grub.
One of England’s most unique pubs, Merchants 1688 offers high-quality food, ales, and wine in a 300-year-old wine cellar. Originally a wine merchant's cellar for wines imported into Lancaster at St. Georges Quay, they were bricked up at some point in time to become part of the Lancaster Rubber Company. Then in 1980, when the building was vacant, the owner was rummaging through the cellar and noticed the bricked-up doors. After opening them up he discovered the vaults and decided to turn it into a pub making it into the enjoyable cozy atmosphere that it is today.
The Three Mariners is a popular historic pub located near the River Lune. Originally called the Carpenters Arms, mariners have been visiting the pub since the 13th century. The cellar is located above the pub allowing the beer and ale to flow naturally downward. It is rumored that the pub is haunted and that the ghost is in the restrooms. People have also reported that at times there is a sudden drop in temperature in the cellar as well. Ghosts or not, the main fact that this 600 year old historic pub has seen n its 600 year history the pub would have seen Henry VIII close the priory, the trial of the Pendle witches, the burning of Penny Street in 1643 during the civil war, the imprisonment of George Fox (founder of the Quakers) in the nearby Lancaster castle, the construction of Penny’s hospital, Dalton Square and so much more is a reason enough to visit.
Taking a "Pub Crawl" in England can prove to be a historic adventure. From mysterious objects to hauntings and old merchant wine cellars the old pubs can not only provide a look into the past but a fun social event for the present. These three featured establishments are among my favorites but they are only a few of the many unique pubs that have a story to tell.
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