Wd And Ho Collection

The Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall, 1936. The Keigwin Arms, 16th century hotel, dating to 14th century, the oldest building in town

The Peacock, Rowsley, Derbyshire, 1939. From Old Inns - Second Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1939]

The Royal Anchor, Liphook, Hampshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Anchor, Liphook, Hampshire, 1936. The Royal Anchor hotel, 18th century coaching inn on the London to Portsmouth road

Ye Olde Boars Head, Middleton, Lancashire, 1939. From Old Inns - Second Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1939]

The Swan, Grasmere, Westmorland, 1939. Creator: Unknown
The Swan, Grasmere, Westmorland, 1939. Macdonald Swan Hotel, former coaching inn built 1650s, one of the oldest hotels in the Lake District, mentioned in Wordsworths poem " The Waggoner"

The Grapes, Limehouse, London, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Grapes, Limehouse, London, 1936. The Grapes, Grade II listed public house on the Thames. Current building dates from 1720s on site of a pub built 1583

Ye Olde Bell, Hurley, Berkshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Ye Olde Bell, Hurley, Berkshire, 1936. The Olde Bell Inn claimed to be the oldest still-working inn in Britain, with parts dating to 1135

Venetian State Arm-Chair, Late 17th Century, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Venetian State Arm-Chair, Late 17th Century, 1938. From " The Kings Art Treasures - A Series of 40", The Imperial Tobacco Co Ltd. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, London, 1938]

The London Apprentice, Isleworth, Middlesex, 1939. From Old Inns - Second Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1939]

The New Inn, Gloucester, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The New Inn, Gloucester, 1936. The New Inn public house, hotel and restaurant, timber framed medieval courtyard, Grade I listed

The Angel and Royal, Grantham, Lincolnshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Angel and Royal, Grantham, Lincolnshire, 1936. The Angel and Royal hotel in Grantham was built as a hostel by the Knights Templar in 1203, making it one of the oldest hotels in the world

The Tam O Shanter, Ayr, Scotland, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Tam O Shanter, Ayr, Scotland, 1936. The Tam O Shanter inn dating from 1529, one of the few surviving thatched buildings in Ayr

The George, Axminster, Devonshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The George, Axminster, Devonshire, 1936. The George Hotel, 18th century coaching inn on route between Exeter and London, dating to 1760, visited by Lord Nelson and King George III

The Royal Oak, Bettws-y-Coed, Carnavonshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Royal Oak, Bettws-y-Coed, Carnavonshire, 1936. The Royal Oak Hotel, coaching inn dating from c1861 in Snowdonia National Park, North Wales

The Garrick, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Garrick, Stratford-on-Avon, Warwickshire, 1936. The Garrick Inn, Elizabethan, half-timbered building dating from 1718, with some with parts dating 14th century

The Flying Horse, Nottingham, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Flying Horse, Nottingham, 1936. The Flying Horse Inn, former public house established around 1483, Grade II listed building. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O

The George, Crawley, Sussex, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The George, Crawley, Sussex, 1936. The George Hotel, former coaching inn on the High Street in Crawley, Grade II listed. The first mention of The George was in 1579, its oldest parts date from c1450

The Red Lion, Weobley, Herefordshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Red Lion, Weobley, Herefordshire, 1936. The Red Lion Hotel, 15th century timber framed Grade II listed building. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1936]

The Feathers, Ludlow, Shropshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Feathers, Ludlow, Shropshire, 1936. The Feathers Hotel with half-timbered facade was built in 1619, with later Tudor additions and Jacobean finishing, a Grade I listed building

The Mermaid, Rye, Sussex, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Mermaid, Rye, Sussex, 1936. The Mermaid Inn dating from 1420 with 16th-century Tudor additions and 12th century cellars. Said to be haunted by smugglers of the Hawkhurst Gang

The Fighting Cocks, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Fighting Cocks, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, 1936. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks, with foundations claimed to date from 793 and earliest license records 1756

The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn, Nr. Bangor, Co. Down, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Old Inn, Crawfordsburn, Nr. Bangor, Co. Down, 1936. The Old Inn on one of Irelands most ancient highways, with thatched roof dating c1600

The Crown, Chiddingfold, Surrey, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Crown, Chiddingfold, Surrey, 1936. The Crown Inn, Chiddingfold, one of the oldest pubs in England, built as a Rest House for monks on pilgrimage in 1285

The Red Lion, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Red Lion, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, 1936. The Red Lion pub, 18th century coaching inn on High Street, High Wycombe, noted for association with Benjamin Disraeli and Grade II listed

The Falstaff, Canterbury, Kent, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Falstaff, Canterbury, Kent, 1936. The Falstaff Hotel, 15th century coaching in dating to 1403. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1936]

The Lion, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Lion, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, 1936. The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury, Grade I listed, 16th century coaching inn, Charles Darwin caught the coach here to his voyage of discovery

The Black Swan, Peaseholme Green, York, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Black Swan, Peaseholme Green, York, 1936. The Black Swan inn, York, a timber framed building dating from 15th century. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O

The Old Ship, Mere, Wiltshire, 1939. Creator: Unknown
The Old Ship, Mere, Wiltshire, 1939. The Old Ship Hotel in Mere, a former coaching inn dating to 17th century. From " Old Inns - Second Series of 40", . [W. D. & H. O. Wills]

The Lygon Arms, Broadway, Worcestershire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Lygon Arms, Broadway, Worcestershire, 1936. Lygon Arms Hotel, 17th-century coaching in dating to 14th century, Grade II listed. Played a role in the English Civil War

The Bear and Billet, Chester, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Bear and Billet, Chester, 1936. The Bear and Billet, 17th-century Grade I listed timber-framed town house, built in 1664 for the Earls of Shrewsbury in Chester

The Kings Head, Chigwell, Essex, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Kings Head, Chigwell, Essex, 1936. Ye Olde Kings Head on Chigwell High Road, Grade II listed, dating to 17th century, visited by Winston Churchill

The Bull, Rochester, Kent, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Bull, Rochester, Kent, 1936. The Royal Victoria and Bull Hotel, 16th century coaching Inn on the Dover-London road, Queen Victoria stayed here in 1836 and 1855

Derriaghy Village Inn, Co. Antrim, 1939. Creator: Unknown
Derriaghy Village Inn, Co. Antrim, 1939. Derriaghy Village Inn, a long, low cottage dating from late 17th century, known for association with William of Orange

The Hop Pole, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Hop Pole, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, 1936. The Royal Hop Pole, Grade II listed landmark of Tewkesbury, a public house visited by Princes Mary of Teck in 1891

Ye Olde Bell, Barnby Moor, Nottinghamshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Ye Olde Bell, Barnby Moor, Nottinghamshire, 1936. Ye Olde Bell, 17th century hotel in Barnby Moor. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1936]

The George, Glastonbury, Somersetshire, Sussex, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The George, Glastonbury, Somersetshire, Sussex, 1936. The George and Pilgrims Hotel dating to late 15th century, built for visitors to Glastonbury Abbey is Grade I listed

The Three Swans, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, 1939. Creator: Unknown
The Three Swans, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, 1939. The Three Swans Hotel, coaching inn on the the Manchester to London road, dates from late 18th century, rebuilt in Georgian era

Hunters Hotel, Rathview, Co. Wicklow, 1936. Creator: Unknown
Hunters Hotel, Rathview, Co. Wicklow, 1936. Hunters Hotel, the oldest coaching inn in Ireland dating to c1650. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1936]

The Greyhound, Corfe Castle, Dorset, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Greyhound, Corfe Castle, Dorset, 1936. The Greyhound Inn, 16th-century coaching inn, Corfe Castle, Grade II listed. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1936]

The Black Horse, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Black Horse, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, 1936. The Black Horse, oldest pub in Cirencester and former coaching inn on the London to York road, Grade II listed

The Bears Head, Brereton, Cheshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Bears Head, Brereton, Cheshire, 1936. The Bears Head, a Jacobean coaching inn on the London to Liverpool road, dating from 1625, Grade II listed

The Old George, Salisbury, Wiltshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Old George, Salisbury, Wiltshire, 1936. The Old George Inn on Salisbury high street, a coaching inn between London and the South West, dating from 1364

The Angel, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Angel, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, 1936. Opened in 1728, at Henley Bridge, Henley-on-Thames over the River Thames. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1936]

The Jolly Sailor, West Looe, Cornwall, 1939. Creator: Unknown
The Jolly Sailor, West Looe, Cornwall, 1939. The Jolly Sailor Inn dating to 1516, one of the oldest inns in the country, is said to be haunted. From " Old Inns - Second Series of 40", . [W

The Talbot, Oundle, Northamptonshire, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Talbot, Oundle, Northamptonshire, 1936. The Talbot Hotel, former 16th century coaching inn, known for association with King Charles I in 1645, Grade I listed

The Pheasant, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumberland, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Pheasant, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumberland, 1936. The Pheasant Hotel, a 17th century coaching inn in below Sale Fell in the Lake District. Visitors include the huntsman John Peel

The Mitre, Oxford, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Mitre, Oxford, 1936. The Mitre dates from 1630, with an inn on the site c1300, it belongs to Lincoln College and is Grade II listed. From " Old Inns - A Series of 40", 1936. [W. D. & H

The Maids Head, Norwich, Norfolk, 1936. Creator: Unknown
The Maids Head, Norwich, Norfolk, 1936. The Maids Head Hotel, dating to 13th century is Grade II listed, claims to be the oldest hotel in the UK and is reportedly haunted

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"Discovering the charm of wd and ho: A journey through historic pubs and timeless treasures" Step back in time to 1936, as we enter The Keigwin Arms in Mousehole, Cornwall. This quaint establishment, with its origins shrouded in mystery, offers a glimpse into the past that captivates all who visit. Continuing our adventure, we find ourselves at The Royal Anchor in Liphook, Hampshire. Another hidden gem from 1936 awaits us here; an enchanting place where stories unfold amidst its rustic walls. As we venture further north to Middleton, Lancashire, Ye Olde Boars Head beckons us with its rich history dating back to 1939. Here lies a pub steeped in tradition and tales of old. In the picturesque village of Grasmere, Westmorland stands The Swan - a true embodiment of timeless beauty since 1939. Its creator may be unknown but its allure is undeniable. Our exploration takes an unexpected turn as we encounter the Venetian State Arm-Chair from the late 17th century. Transported to 1938 England by an anonymous hand, this exquisite piece invites us to imagine the stories it has witnessed over centuries. Next on our itinerary is The New Inn in Gloucester - a delightful surprise from 1936 that embraces visitors with warm hospitality and echoes of days gone by. Journeying eastward brings us to Grantham's renowned landmark: The Angel and Royal. Since 1936, this regal establishment has welcomed travelers seeking respite along their way. Venturing beyond borders leads us to Scotland's Tam O Shanter - a charming pub nestled within Ayr's vibrant streets since 1936. Here one can savor traditional Scottish delights while immersing themselves in local folklore. Devonshire unveils another treasure as we step into The George located in Axminster –a haven for weary travelers since 1936.