The Olde Coach House at Ashby St Ledgers, Daventry, Northamptonshire.

The Olde Coach House Inn, was once called the Coach & Horses and was at some point in its history, also a village farmhouse. This historic 16th century coaching Inn, would have seen travellers arrive at the Inn, on horseback, mule, foot and horse -drawn carriages, stopping at the Coach & Horses for some much needed food, refreshment and a rest at the Inn. The distinctive name St Ledgers is taken from the patron saint of the church.

Sometimes their visits would be fleeting, but at other times both the horses and weary travellers would be accommodated overnight in rooms & stables. The Inn is very much associated with the history of the village and the nearby Ashby Manor House, where the Gunpowder Plot was hatched. This beautiful country village Inn, sadly closed in 2021, but reopened, much to the delight of excited locals, after a major refurbishment in 2024.

It is now a modern fifteen -bedroom pub, which still retains many original features including flagstone floors, low oak beams and exposed brickwork and has a smart exclusive restaurant and private dining area. The pub also boasts a large beer garden, which is perfectly suited for private events & large gatherings, al fresco dining or for simply enjoying a cold beer, out in the sunshine!

For tasty food, quality ales & fine wines in a local friendly pub atmosphere, The Olde Coach House at Ashby St Ledgers is a smart choice.

A great local village pub & restaurant! By providing such excellent quality food and drink combined with the warm, friendly hospitality, this classic village pub is sure to win many awards for its food and hospitality over the next couple of years. I am very much looking forward to my next visit!

Vintage Photographs: Courtesy of the Olde Coach House Inn