Building record MLI90561 - The Three Kings public house, Threekingham
Summary
The Three Kings public house, Threekingham
Type and Period (3)
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Full Description
PRN 64859
Early 18th century public house, with early 19th century and 20th century alterations and/or additions. Above an archway is a carved stone inscribed 'The Three Kings Inn' with painted busts of 3 kings together with the date AD 869 (which refers to the legendary battle, see PRN 64065). For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {1}
Various local traditions are attached to this pub which apparently contains (or at least, is believed to contain) some remnants of an earlier structure. It is said that King John stayed at the pub and the bedroom where he stayed was still shown to visitors in 1958. There is also a tradition that Robin Hood favoured the inn. {2}
The Three Kings Inn (Three Kings Inn), Threekingham. Partially extant 19th century farmstead. Dispersed clustered plan. The farmhouse is attached to a range of working buildings. There has been significant loss (greater than 50%) of traditional buildings. Located within or in association with a hamlet. {3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI5596 Index: Department of the Environment. 1990. List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. 12/109; 474.005.
- <2> SLI11486 Article in Serial: 1958. The Sunday Times. -.
- <3> SLI15702 Digital Archive: English Heritage. 2015. English Heritage Farmsteads Project. 6880.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred TF 09031 36301 (12m by 11m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | THREEKINGHAM, NORTH KESTEVEN, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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