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The Eight Bells

On the corner of Park Street (formerly Duck Lane) and Fore Street The Eight Bells is a Grade II Listed Public House probably 16th century with 19th century stucco and plaster front but reputed to have been established in 1266. The first recorded landlord is T Thickings in 1855. Undoubtedly the refuge of Bill Sikes TL2308 : Information Plaque on 'The Eight Bells'. In addition to Charles Dickens notorious 18th-century highwayman Dick Turpin, also frequented the pub, while in more recent times famous actors including Angelina Jolie and Russell Brand have been spotted here taking a break from filming at nearby Hatfield Hall.
by Jo and Steve Turner

Created: Tue, 23 Apr 2013, Updated: Tue, 23 Apr 2013


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TL2308 : The Eight Bells Park Street by Jo and Steve Turner
TL2308 : Information Plaque on 'The Eight Bells' by Jo and Steve Turner


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