Blog Types and kinds of beer in England Beer is the national drink of England, and it has been around for a long time. In fact, the oldest documented recipe for beer dates back to ancient Babylon, in what is now Iraq. It was a dark ale made with bread and dates! As you might …
Blog History of English pubs Pubs have a long and illustrious history in England. The origins of pubs lie in Roman taverns and medieval monastic alehouses, which met a variety of social needs, including being a place for religion. Medieval pubs met a variety of social needs, including being a place for religion or providing …
Blog The Elephant in Ashington The Elephant pub in Ashington is named after the elephant that used to stand outside the building. The Elephant was once a coaching inn, serving as a gathering place for local people and miners who would use it as a meeting point. Today, The Elephant is run by family members …
Blog Ox Inn in Stanley The Ox Inn in Stanley is a great pub. With its cosy atmosphere, friendly staff and good selection of drinks and food (including some nice beers on tap) it’s the perfect place to relax after a day exploring the Lake District National Park. It’s also a great place to watch …
Blog The Sun Hotel in Shipley Let’s take a journey to the Sun Hotel in Shipley. It opened in 1760 and was a coaching inn, and it’s been owned by the same family for over 100 years. They’ve kept their beer on tap for over 300 years at this location, which is just down the …
Blog The Court House pub in Barnsley The Court House pub in Barnsley is a traditional English pub that retains many of the characteristics of its namesake. The Court House was built in 1826, and it’s now a grade II listed building. The pub is named after the court house which was built next door …
Blog The Cross Keys pub in Washington The Cross Keys pub, also known as The Cross Keys Hotel, is a traditional English pub located in the town of Washington. Washington is a small market town with a rich history and it was once a thriving industrial center. The Cross Keys hotel has been serving locals …
Blog The Red Lions If you’re an English person, or if you’ve ever been to England, you’ve probably visited a pub. It’s a cultural institution that is almost as much a part of English heritage as fish and chips. And while many pubs have lost their original character over time, there are some that still …
