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The Oldest Public Houses

가장 오래된 선술집

4 story sections
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Contents

4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Our journey through haunted Oxford brings us to some of the oldest public houses in the UK, some dating back nearly 900 years. In these historic inns, such as the Bear Inn or the Turf Tavern, the term 'spirits' takes on a dual…

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  2. 2The Pesky Poltergeists of the Bear Inn

    The Bear Inn, established in 1242, is a prime example of a location with 'plenty of time to be haunted'. It is one of the oldest public houses in England and is famous for its collection of ties, but also for its resident…

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  3. 3First-Hand Encounters at the Turf Tavern

    Tucked away at the end of a narrow, winding lane is the Turf Tavern, another of Oxford's most ancient and haunted public houses. Its foundations date back to the 12th century, and its location, nestled against the old city wall,…

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  4. 4Closing

    We have reached the conclusion of our tour through the most haunted locations in Oxford. From the grand historic city center to the winding lanes, the ancient colleges, and finally the oldest public houses, we have traversed 900…

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What is The Oldest Public Houses?

The Oldest Public Houses is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates51.7513, -1.2568
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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