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George Inn in Norton St Philip Named England’s Oldest Pub

By Drooid · Oct 24, 2026, 3:18 AM UTC · How we work

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Archaeologist Dr James Wright identified the George Inn in Norton St Philip as England's oldest pub.
He dated the inn’s timber to the late 14th century, indicating construction around 1400.
Wright said the inn has served continuously for over 600 years, founded by Hinton Priory monks.
He dismissed other pubs' ancient claims as marketing, noting only 12-16 genuine medieval contenders exist.

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Archaeologist Dr James Wright identified the George Inn in Norton St Philip as England's oldest pub.
He dated the inn’s timber to the late 14th century, indicating construction around 1400.
Wright said the inn has served continuously for over 600 years, founded by Hinton Priory monks.
He dismissed other pubs' ancient claims as marketing, noting only 12-16 genuine medieval contenders exist.