Bull Inn, 16th-century pub in Sonning, England
The Bull Inn features timber-framed architecture with latticed windows, steep staircases, and multiple dining spaces across two floors.
Originally owned by the Bishop of Salisbury, the building served as accommodation for pilgrims visiting the relics at St Andrew's Church.
The establishment gained literary recognition through Jerome K Jerome's 1889 book Three Men in a Boat, which recommended staying at the Bull.
The inn operates daily from 9:00 to 23:00, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with seven guest rooms available for overnight stays.
The name derives from the bulls featured on Sir Henry Neville's coat of arms after Queen Elizabeth I acquired the neighboring palace.
Location: Sonning
Made from material: wood
GPS coordinates: 51.47370,-0.91196
Latest update: March 7, 2025 03:42
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