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PUB LIST PUBLIC HOUSES Paul Skelton

Earliest 1856-

Three Horseshoes

Latest 1860+

Mason's Hill

Bromley

Thre Horseshoes 1860

Above photo, circa 1860.

 

Reference has been made to this pub situated at Mason's Hill in 1856 and run by an Alfred Davies.

It was said to be facing north along Masons Hill towards Bromley, next to W. F. Chattell - Veterinary Surgeon. Site is next to Bristol Street Motors, near the corner of Prospect Place.

 

Sparks Cottage pre 1877

Above photo, showing Sparks Cottage that stood opposite the pub.

 

On 1st February 1868 the body of Jane Jackson was found in the cottage well. Jane had been living at the "Three Horseshoes" pub opposite but had got into dispute about the rent. The pub landlord and a friend were charged with her murder but were acquitted. Her death remains a mystery.

 

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DAVIES Alfred 1856+

 

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