A fine example of a back-street local, situated in the heart of Sopwell. Named after the 19th century Italian patriot who allegedly lodged in St Albans while in exile. Serves an extensive range of Fullers ales. The landlord has previously won the Fuller's Master Cellarman award. Home cooked roasts on Sunday (booking advised). A genuine community pub, hosting various charity events. Three TVs showing sports events, one outside in the garden.
Historic Interest
Late Victorian pub extended twice
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This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 4 regular beers.
Source: National
Cask Ale
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The Charter Market Quarter has many historical links. One of the only free-standing medieval civic clock towers, the site of the First Battle of St. Albans in 1455, during the Wars of the Roses. Allegedly the Boot Inn played host to soldiers fighting in the battle. There used to be 23 pubs around the Market area!
The northern end of the Market is dominated by St. Peter’s church, one of the three churches originally built by the Saxon’s on the main pilgrim routes into St. Albans. Soak up the history and architecture of the area, as well as music history!
This area is packed with history and interesting pubs, some open, and some no longer with us.
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