How many Hook Norton pubs are there?
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How many Hook Norton pubs are there?
three great pubs
Hook Norton has three great pubs.
How Old Is Hook Norton Brewery?
It is thought that commercial brewing started in 1856. This is supported by the brewing books which keep a record of every brew. The first book begins with brew No. 1 on November 24th, 1856 which is described as ‘Mild XXX’.
Who owns Hook Norton?
Hook Norton Brewery
| Founded | 1849 |
| Headquarters | Hook Norton, Oxfordshire , United Kingdom |
| Production output | Beer |
| Owner | Family-owned |
| Number of employees | c. 50 (as of 2014) |
Why is Hook Norton here?
The village name is believed to come from the ruler called Hook, whilst Norton is a corruption of ora-tun meaning a settlement (tun) on the side of a hill (ora), hence Hook Norton. Today it is simply known to its inhabitants as “Hooky”.
What is the population of Hook Norton?
2,117
Hook Norton
| Hook Norton Hooky | |
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| Hook Norton Location within Oxfordshire | |
| Area | 22.23 km2 (8.58 sq mi) |
| Population | 2,117 (2011 Census) |
| • Density | 95/km2 (250/sq mi) |
What is in Norton Hook?
Days Out in Hook Norton
- Broughton Castle (5 Miles)*
- Chastleton House (7 Miles)*
- Brook Cottage Garden (7 Miles)*
- Upton House & Gardens (7 Miles)*
- Rousham House & Gardens (9 Miles)*
- Batsford Arboretum (10 Miles)*
- Cotswold Falconry Centre (10 Miles)*
- Oxfordshire Museum (11 Miles)*
What is Hook Norton famous for?
About Hook Norton The village is best known for Hook Norton Brewery; the home of ‘real ale’. The brewery is housed in a traditional Victorian building dating from the 19th-century, and is a Mecca for real ale buffs.
