The Plume of Feathers in Church Hill, Loughton, seen here c1900, is thought to have been occupied as far back as 1826.
This makes it one of the oldest inns in the north of the town.
It has recently been refurbished and is still pulling pints.
- Gary Stone is a local historian (Instagram: @loughtonhistory)
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