About Us
Around 1220 the Old wooden bridge over the Thames at Lechlade was replaced by a stone one, and for the housing of the workmen entrusted with the building of it, a Hospital or Almshouse, dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, was founded by Peter Fitzherbert.
In 1472 the main Priory was dissolved by Edward IV, but the Almshouse continued as an Inn known as "Ye Sygne of St. John Baptist Head" until 1704, when the name was changed to "The Trout Inn".
Ancient Fishery Rights granted by Royal Charter to the Brethren are still held by the Trout Inn, which controls two miles of Trout and Coarse Fishing waters. You may also play the old Oxfordshire Game of Aunt Sally on our Garden Lawn which streches to the banks of the Trout Weir Pool.
Over 700 years tradition of hospitality in the provision of Good Food and Drink is faithfully maintained today in this ancient Inn.
Listen to a Live Jazz Band most Tuesday and Sunday Evenings. The Creel Bar and Marquee make an ideal setting for your Wedding Reception or other Function
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Copyright Robert Warren 2001