Horse & Groom, Grade II listed pub in Old Hatfield, England
The Horse & Groom is a pub in Old Hatfield with a seventeenth-century timber frame structure that was later enclosed in distinctive red brick. The building retains the layout and proportions typical of a coaching inn from that era.
The building dates from the seventeenth century and functioned as a coaching inn where travelers changed horses and stayed overnight. A hidden priest hole inside the structure shows that it provided refuge during periods when Catholic worship was forbidden.
The name refers to the historical role of caring for horses and accommodating travelers who passed through Old Hatfield. It served as a gathering place where locals and visitors naturally mixed in daily routines.
Opening times vary by day of the week, so check ahead before planning a visit. Public parking is available nearby with time limits, giving visitors enough time for a meal or drink.
The pub regularly rotates local brewery beers, ensuring a constantly changing selection that keeps regulars coming back to try new options. This rotating approach makes each visit potentially different from the last.
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