George and Pelican, Newbury and Speenhamland, Berkshire blue plaque — Report the wrong picture

What is recorded here

This blue commemorative plaque records: From c. 1730 to 1853, this building and its neighbours were the 'George and Pelican' inn, the most famous of Speenhamland's many inns which served the coaching trade from London to Bath. Behind it was stabling for 300 horses. Recorded plaque organisation: Newbury Society, Newbury Town Council.

The George and Pelican inn, operational from around 1730 to 1853, served as a crucial stop on the coaching route between London and Bath, featuring stabling for up to 300 horses, highlighting its importance in 18th and 19th century transportation.

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