The Luck Penny, Crab Lane
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The Luck Penny, Crab Lane
Image: © Simon Huguet Taken: 18 Sep 2008
An unusual name for a pub, in fact this is possibly the only one. According to Webster's Dictionary a Luck Penny is a small sum given back for luck to one who pays money for something. Historically the practice was often associated with cattle and horse sales.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.827577
Longitude
-2.137389