Coaching inns

Coaching inns were traditional establishments in Britain that served as stopping points for travelers and their horse-drawn carriages or coaches before the advent of railways. Located along major routes, they provided rest, food, and accommodations for both travelers and the horses that pulled their coaches. These inns often featured stables, waiting rooms, and taverns, acting as hubs of transportation and social activity. They played a vital role in facilitating long-distance travel in the pre-industrial era, gradually declining with the rise of rail travel in the 19th century.