The George Inn
Norton St Philip. Somerset, England.
It is immensely sad to think of how many of England's beautiful medieval buildings were needlessly destroyed during the 20th century in the name of "progress". More fortunate others remain hidden behind later facades, waiting to be revealed. But, in the splendid case of The George, its exceptional architecture has been preserved for all to marvel at.
Grade I listed as one might expect, the building was originally constructed in the 14th and 15th centuries to store wool and accommodate traders. Its timber framed upper storey was added in the 16th century and the property became a thriving stagecoach inn thereafter.
Aside from the exceptional historic fabric of the building, it is notable for having been made the headquarters of the Duke of Monmouth following the retreat from Bath in 1685 and the unsuccessful rebellion. The building was subsequently used by the notorious Judge Jeffreys during the Bloody Assizes with executions reputed to have taken place in the village.
Other famous figures associated with the inn include the diarist Samuel Pepys who visited in June 1668.
Just a short drive away from the city of Bath, The George offers 8 guest bedrooms (including four poster suites) and is a great base from which to discover the heritage and rural charm of the area. Indeed, with a disproportionately high number of listed buildings for its size, Norton St Philip offers much in its own right.
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Grade I listed as one might expect, the building was originally constructed in the 14th and 15th centuries to store wool and accommodate traders. Its timber framed upper storey was added in the 16th century and the property became a thriving stagecoach inn thereafter.
Aside from the exceptional historic fabric of the building, it is notable for having been made the headquarters of the Duke of Monmouth following the retreat from Bath in 1685 and the unsuccessful rebellion. The building was subsequently used by the notorious Judge Jeffreys during the Bloody Assizes with executions reputed to have taken place in the village.
Other famous figures associated with the inn include the diarist Samuel Pepys who visited in June 1668.
Just a short drive away from the city of Bath, The George offers 8 guest bedrooms (including four poster suites) and is a great base from which to discover the heritage and rural charm of the area. Indeed, with a disproportionately high number of listed buildings for its size, Norton St Philip offers much in its own right.
See the Historic Hotels in Somerset index
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