The Bear's Paw, Frodsham
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The Bear's Paw, Frodsham
Image: © Eirian Evans Taken: 7 Aug 2010
According to the date on the lintel over the front door, the Bear's Paw was constructed in 1632. It was built on land owned by the Savages of Rocksavage, who were lords of the manor. The original name was the Lyon's Paw, this being based on an animal's paw on the arms of the Savage family. In 1697 Earl Rivers of the Savage family reverted to Roman Catholicism and, following the outcry resulting from this, the name was changed to the Bear's Paw. In the 18th century its title was the Bears Paw Hotel and Posting House; Royal Mail coaches called there when travelling between Chester, Warrington and Manchester. (Wikipedia)
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Image Location
Latitude
53.296112
Longitude
-2.726122