The Horse and Groom is a centuries old Coaching Inn. The premises appear to have been built in the early 1800s. The exterior is still original and the interior small bars have not been altered too much so that it still retains much of its original charm.
The pub also has a couple of rooms available. All are decorated and furnished to a high standard. All are en suite, have under-floor heating, complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities and digital Flat-Screen TV.
If you need access to the internet during your stay, the rooms and the main public area are wi-fi enabled.
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centuries old Coaching Inn with a rich history
One of the earliest recorded Licencee’s was William Motley, by trade a tailor, from 1855 – 1864. Previous to William Motley taking over the licence of the Horse and Groom he was the licencee of the String of Horses in Holbeach.
The 1861 Census shows him well established at the Horse and Groom with his wife, Sarah, 3 servants and 2 lodgers. Of the servants, one was the housekeeper and the other two were the ostler and groom. This is an indication of the inn’s status offering accommodation for travellers. The fact that an ostler and groom were employed would suggest that there must have been sufficient horses for them to attend. William Motley died in April 1864 aged 45 and his widow, Sarah, took over as licencee but she died 3 years later.
There was also a brewery attached. The feature of brewing their own beer at old inns indicated a lively trade.
opening times
Last orders 20 minutes before close.
entry & prices
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Horse & GroomHorse & Groom
65 High Street
Holbeach
Spalding
PE12 7ED
Tel: 01406 422234
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