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The Shepherd's Rest circa 1900. It is generally thought that the left half of the range shown above is the original Inn
Photo possibly circa 1930s or 1940s. Courtesy of Swindon Libraries
Formerly the public house called the Shepherd's Rest, now an Indian restaurant called The Burj. Photo by Neil B. Maw
Formerly the public house called the Shepherd's Rest viewed from the south. Now an Indian restaurant called The Burj. Photo by Neil B. Maw

The Shepherds Rest Public House

The location of this public house suggests very strongly that there must have been some sort of hostelry there for perhaps 2000 years. Exactly at the spot where the Roman Road known as Ermin Street crosses the ancient Trackway known as the Ridgeway, must have made it ideal for supplying sustenance and rest to travellers. And yet, we seem to know very little about it's early history.

In opening up this Listing and displaying the photograph that dates to around 1900, we are hoping that more information will come in. if you can help supply more information about this public house, please contact us at info@shrivenhamheritagesociety.co.uk

Meanwhile, to read an article in PDF format please go HERE

 

 

  • Year:
    1900
  • Place:
    Foxhill, Wanborough
  • Ref:
    Online only
  • Item Ref:
    N1308
  • Find it:
    Online only

 

 

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