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This Grade II* listed building has its origins in the fourteenth century when it stood at the head of Northam Farm. It was extended during 1611, as depicted in the coloured brickwork. The railway then split the farm in two and in 1843 the farmhouse became a beer house. The interior has been maintained in old low beamed style - so be prepared to duck - with older style pub tables & chairs and a welcoming open fire at one end. The pub's own dog is often in the bar so please ask before bringing your own in. Good value food ranging from sandwiches to pizza & steaks is served every lunchtime and weekday evenings. The Old Farmhouse doesn't major on real ale but has a range of 7 ciders, mostly key but at least two will be 'bag in box'. Cider festivals are held in the summer. The pub is also well positioned for St Mary's Stadium (Southampton FC), 1km away, and welcomes home & away fans.
Historic Interest
Believed to have 14th century origins though the brickwork is dated 1611 when the building was extended. There was a grange of St Denys Priory on the site in the Middle Ages but a farmhouse is shown on the Southampton map of 1560. There is said to be a tunnel connecting this building with Bitterne Manor though as this would pass under the River Itchen it seems hard to believe. Grade II* listed. Historic England list entry 1302207.
Old Farmhouse, Southampton
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