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The view of Chillerton Downs and Ramsdown from Rookley Farm Lane
(just over
the road from the pub).
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The Chequers
Inn, Rookley
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The Carvery
(open every weekday lunchtime).
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Part of
the back garden and play area
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The New
Conservatory!
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Arty shot
of childrens play area.
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Another
artyshot of some climbing stuff for the kids.
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The Public
Bar (note the original flagstone floor).
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The Patio.
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The Playarea.
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Some steps
(nice brickwork!).
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How
to Find Us
A Short History of the Chequers Inn
.
The earliest recollections of the building
are that of a "Customs House" that was at one time called "The
Star". In 1799 it was run by George Morris who paid 6d as a quarterly rate
to the parish of Godshill. Robert Downer ran the pub in 1820 paying 2s 4d as quarterly
rates.
In 1889 it became the property of the Mew Langton Royal Brewery Limited
who leased the pub to
James Reynolds (a distant relative of Sir Joshua Reynolds,
first president of the Royal Academy of Art) for the monthly rental of 15 shillings.
In the early 1890's James's eldest daughter, Mary became licensee and she and
her sister Bella remained in occupation for nearly 60 years. There are a host
of stories to be heard about these two extraordinary ladies who many still remember.
During the 1960' and 70's the pub had somewhat of a revival with several changes
of landlord. However, in 1986 Whitbread, who had swallowed up the Mew Langton
empire, took the unbelievable
decision to close the pub as an unviable commercial prospect.
Permission to
change the use to that of a private dwelling was refused (hooray!) and the property
was purchased by Sue and Richard Holmes, a local farming couple. It is now one
of the most popular pubs on the Isle of Wight.
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About Us
The Chequers Inn is a country pub in the heart of the Isle of Wight and, although it has many modern facilities, it still retains its traditional character.Since buying the pub, Richard and Sue Holmes have turned the Chequers into one of the most popular venues on the Island for both eating and drinking.The pub regularly appears in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide and has been voted the Good Pub Guide National Family Pub of the Year. It is a freehouse.
How to Contact Us
Phone:
01983 840314
Email:
info@chequersinn-iow.co.uk
Post:
Chequers Inn
Rookley
Ventnor
Isle
of Wight
PO38 3NZ
Barwick Cottages are situated a mere 300yds from Chequers Inn. Ideal for walking,
riding and Island attractions.
Course fishing with wooded lakeside walks.
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