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Wortley Almshouses, Peterborough


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Operator: Samuel Smith
Westgate, Peterborough, PE1 1QA (View on Google Map)
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Built in 1744 by Peterborough MP Edward Wortley and used as a workhouse, then largely rebuilt and converted into a row of almshouses in 1837. Bought by Samuel Smith's brewery and became a pub in October 1981. Nearly demolished in Queensgate development. Underwent a sympathetic refurbishment in 2003 that provided six drinking areas. Two bar areas, two snugs and two reception rooms with real fires. Pictures of old Peterborough on the walls. Best prices in city centre. It is claimed that Charles Dickens was inspired by this building to write Oliver Twist. Reopened in Feb 2019 after a lengthy closure, but sadly will not be serving Real Ale.

Information for this venue is provided by the Peterborough Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
City of Peterborough (B)
Last updated
26/06/2022
Last surveyed
06/08/2012
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Samuel Smith
Pub ID
PET/283
Asset of Community Value

Conversion

Built in 1744 as a workhouse, then rebuilt and converted into almshouses in 1837. Its Grade II listing saved it from demolition for the Queensgate development and it became a one-roomed pub in 1981. In 2003 Samuel Smiths converted it into six small rooms. The fine melding of old fabric with new fittings helped it to win a CAMRA Best Refurbishment Award. There are two bar areas, two snugs and two reception rooms with real fires. The pub serves meals but not real ale.

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Facilities
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Separate Bar Separate Bar
Wi Fi Wi Fi
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Features
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Transport
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