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The Sprat was situated on Loosley Hill. This pub opened in the 1600s and closed in 1918, with the licence being transferred to The Whip in Lacey Green. It was converted into two cottages, North Sprat and South Sprat. This was licensed to Jesse Rixon for over 50 years, until his demise in 1901, His wife, Caroline Rixon, carried on until 1907, when she died in Loosley Row. The 1872 Buckinghamshire, Beerhouse list, gives the his length of Licence, as over 50 years. Messrs. Wethered of Marlow were the owners at the time. It was originally known as The Chequers and converted into two cottages, North Sprat and South Sprat upon closure.
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Picture source: Sue & Phil Nicholls
Date of photo: 2021	Picture source: Andrew Mullis
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