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There has been a Pub this site since 1454 originally known as The Chequers, it had taken on its current moniker, The Windmill by the 1780s. The name of the pub might relate to the nearby smock mill and the mustard mill which stood opposite in the late 18th century. In Bishop Waynfleet’s register at Winchester is a licence to John Calcot, host of the Chequers Inn, dated 1455, to have an oratory in his house, and, chaplain for the use of his family and guests, as long it shall continue decent and reputable, and well adapted for the celebration of divine service.
People are sometimes puzzled by the name of Lambeth High Street, formerly known as Back Lane. These days it seems so unlike the typical high street scene, and yet a couple of hundred years ago this is exactly what is was. Especially it was a place for traders , connected with the River or with Doulton pottery. John Doulton’s works opened here in 1815.
Enquiries made in 1978by Arthur Lefevre gives the following picture of Lambeth High Street in 1887
Nos 1 and 2 premises of Thos Lapthorne and Co, builders
No 5 home of Frederick bond, boilermaker and Elizabeth Bond, shirtmaker
No 9 Mrs Maria Oliver’s chandler’s shop
No 13 Workshop of Matthew Wood, boatsmith
No 14 Premises of Daniel Moss, marine stores
No16 Nathaniel Barton’s grocery
No 18 Archbishop Teninson’s Girls School
No 20 Messrs Leaver and Goulty, oar and scull manufacturers
No 23 Arthur Dunk’s grocery
No 28 Doulton & Watts, stone potters – J Stiff and Sons, potters
No 44 The Windmill Public House , site occupied by an inn since 1454, first licence issued to John Calcot, previous name was The Chequers.
No 48 Henry Jones’ workshop, engineer
No 50 Dennis Connor, bootmaker
No 52 John Ball’s chandlers shop
No 54 King Henry VIII public house
No 55 George Cook’s chandler’s shop
No 63 Henry Doulton’s drainpipe manufactury
No 68 Octavius Ward, beer retailer
No 69 Thomas Janeway’s pottery
Illustration looking south along Lambeth High Street with the vacant site on the right soon to be occupied by the new headquarters of the London Fire Brigade. Newsprint of drawing by H.Fletcher for the 'Sunday Times'.
The Windmill public house in the High Street, Lambeth, was rebuilt c.1880 and still is in use as a pub, a sole survivor of the now vanished streetscape.Watercolour by Wilson, dated November 1837
WINDMILL is a traditional pub that embodies centuries of history and character. With over 500 years behind it, WINDMILL has become a cherished part of the community, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere for all. From its cozy interiors to its famous pizzas and refreshing drinks, WINDMILL is the perfect place to relax, unwind, and create lasting memories with friends and family.
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