"The Corn Law Rhymer" in Rotherham
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"The Corn Law Rhymer" in Rotherham
Image: © Neil Theasby Taken: 17 Aug 2014
The unusual name of this pub recalls a half-forgotten poet of the early nineteenth century - Ebenezer Elliott (17 March 1781 – 1 December 1849). He was born in nearby Masbrough and in his time his often controversial poetry was known internationally. He was a true champion of the poor.
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Image Location
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53.429984
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-1.356706