Building    To 1840

Toy Inn

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Its name derives from the fact that it was situated by the tow path on the Thames. Although the plaque says that it was built for Oliver Cromwell's troops, it actually originated as a hostelry for the workers building Hampton Court Palace in the 16th century.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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