Building record MYO5327 - Lord Nelson PH, Main St, Nether Poppleton
Summary
The pub is said to have been built in the 17th century and originally called The Cross Keys. It was used as a hospital during the Battle of Marston Moor (1644). It was renamed The Lord Nelson after the Napoleonic Wars to commemorate the naval hero who lost his life at the Battle of Trafalgar (1805).
Nominated for inclusion on the local list of heritage assets
Location
| Grid reference | SE 5595 5496 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SE55SE |
| Civil Parish | Nether Poppleton, City of York, North Yorkshire |
| Unitary Authority | City of York, North Yorkshire |
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The age of this public house, combined with its communal use over centuries for hospitality, justify its inclusion in the Local Heritage List. The pub is said to have been built in the 17th century and originally called The Cross Keys. It was used as a hospital during the Battle of Marston Moor (1644), giving it historical value. It was renamed The Lord Nelson after the Napoleonic Wars to commemorate the naval hero who lost his life at the Battle of Trafalgar (1805).
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Record last edited
Dec 12 2024 4:15PM