What is recorded here
This black commemorative plaque records: This house, formerly the 'Champneys Arms' inn and London coach office, was built in 1739 by William Bailey, joiner, under lease from Richard Champneys, of Orchardleigh 1739-1989 Recorded plaque organisation: Frome Society for Local Study.
William Bailey was a joiner who built the 'Champneys Arms' inn and London coach office in 1739; his work contributed to the local infrastructure of coaching inns essential for 18th-century travel and commerce.
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