top of page

 ARCHIVES: Public Houses 

Desford Pubs

The term public house was not really used until the 19th century. Before this, there were alehouses, inns and taverns.  It is interesting to note that often the pubs were run by “incomers” who were born elsewhere; usually in local villages in the county. 


First known reference and closure date, where known:
 

Bulls Head                1665  

The Wheel                1766  - c1868                                  

The Roebuck            1825  - 2010

Red Lion                    1825                                      

Blue Bell                    1841

White Horse              1846

Blacksmith’s Arms    1849  - 1932             

Lancaster Arms         1870                          

The Greyhound Botcheston       

1Red Lion.jpg

The Red Lion

DDLHS_newold rd pcxl copy 2b_edited.jpg

The Roebuck Inn

  • Facebook
  • Instagram

Desford Heritage CIO

DESFORD-HERITAGE-CIO-LogoBW-700px.png
Desford Heritage Logo_MASTER-15_edited.png
DHFHG_Logo_White_trans_1080px.png
DESFORD HERITAGE LOCAL HISTORY GROUP LOGO

How to contribute to the archive

Do you have any photos, documents or stories of Desford's past you would like to share with us? Please get in touch as we would love to hear from you.

logo  Leicestershire Archaeological and Historical Society

This website was created with thanks to the Leicestershire Archaeological and Historical Society Public Heritage fund.

Get Involved

For enquiries regarding Desford Heritage CIO Charity, Desford Heritage Trail, Family History Group, and Heritage Events please email: desfordheritage@gmail.com

​

To find out about becoming a member of the Local History Group or volunteering opportunities email desford.history@gmail.com

Desford Heritage CIO is registered as a charity in England and Wales [No.1209203]

Registered office: Desford Library, Main St, Desford, Leicester LE9 9JP

Email: desfordheritage@gmail.com

© 2025 Desford Heritage. All rights reserved

Site design: Lupella Digital Media

bottom of page