A popular pub on the edge of Preston is celebrating 400 years since it first opened its doors.
The Plough at Eaves, which sits just to the north west of Preston, has been serving punters since 1625.
To celebrate this milestone, the pub is holding a 400th anniversary day of festivities on Saturday, 1 November, which will include a visit from the famous Thwaites brewery Shire Horses, an insight into the history of the pub from a local historian, a special menu being served throughout the day, plus much more.
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The pub, which is run by Ian Fowler and owned by Thwaites, is believed to stand on the site of the Battle of Cuddy Hill, which saw the Tudors and Scots clash in 1546.
The Plough at Eaves event manager Nicola Wilson said the team was looking forward to a great weekend celebrating the rich history of what is believed to be Lancashire’s oldest pub.
She said: “There are so many stories about the pub, whether that is the rumours about it being haunted, to the Battle of Cuddy Hill, it has a rich history.
“We intend to have a VIP night for the locals on Friday, 31 October, as our regulars are extremely loyal and you can set your watch by some of them walking through the door.
“And then on the Saturday we’ll have a menu that looks back to the 17th Century with dishes like seafood pottage, and guinea fowl, as well as nodding the history of Preston with popular dishes like butter pie.
“We’re also very much a destination venue that people have a drive out to and it is amazing how many have fond memories of the pub from over the years.”
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