Then I feel down on bended knee. “O sire, pardon me!” Says he, “For having slain my deer, ‘Tis hanged you should be.” Just a stones throw from the river Thames and set between two adjacent Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty ( The Chilterns and the North Wessex Downs). Pray tell me, miller where you got this venison so grand,” Say I “It is the King’s own deer, And the finest in all the land”And at this the man drew out his sword, And I fear did not stand. Says he “Twis well you tremble, knave, Know you not who I am?”

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The author is preparing a book on Nottinghamshire folklore. Any correspondence on this matter is greatly received. [email protected] love our Nottinghamshire roots, and the fact that you can go for a stroll around our neighbouring reservoir to work up your thirst and appetite. Perhaps you’re coming to us after exploring Brierley Forest Park, taking the kids to Sutton Lawn or doing a spot of shopping in Mansfield. Whatever it is, you’ll find everything you need with us. Goring on Thames is a popular spot for a weekend break or a stop off whilst walking the Thames path. Whether you enjoy a hot chocolate by the log fire on a cold winter’s afternoon, a glass of wine on a summer’s evening on the beautiful terrace, The Miller of Mansfield is a perfect place to visit all year round. Set in the beautiful village of Goring on Thames, The Miller of Mansfield is a dog friendly English country inn with a warm and friendly welcome. Pull up a chair only a stone’s throw from King’s Mill Reservoir when you come to visit us for a drink and a bite to eat. We cater for the whole family, and pay particular attention to those with large appetites to fill.

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What I have told you is the truth, How I became Sir John, So, friends, bring me a pot of ale, For my story’s done.”The pub is named after the medieval ballad, The King and the Miller of Mansfield, which tells the story of a miller who gives a bed for the night to a stranger travelling to Nottingham.

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Beautiful bedrooms, fresh homemade food and boasting a large array of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Pray enter Sir” I said to him, “And Pray you take a seat.” And I’ll bring you a jug of ale; And venison to eat, You’ll soon discover how generous our portions are, how tasty our food is and how friendly our staff are when you book a table. Here at Kings Mill Farm in Sutton-in-Ashfield, our door’s always open to you. We’ve got a large car park with lots of space for you and the rest of your group. If the sun’s out, grab one of the tables in our beer garden. Or head inside where you’ll find plenty more tables, including in our family dining area.This is right next to our indoor kids’ play area, so you can keep an eye on your little ones while they enjoy themselves in a fun and safe environment. This one is in Goring-on-Thames, showing how popular the tale once was A Nottinghamshire folk song By R B ParishOver dinner, the miller tells the stranger they’re eating one of King Henry II’s deer, poached from Sherwood Forest.