Cheshire inn signs - Joan P. Alcock

This book takes the reader on a tour of Cheshire's inns past and present, discovering the origins of their names and the stories behind the signs. Illustrated with more than ninety images and with a sixteen-page colour section, Cheshire Inn Signs lists the huge variety foundaround the county and offers a fascinating insight into the history of these highly crafted items.

The 'pocket book' nature of this book makes it an ideal gift for anyone wanting to follow a historic trail of Cheshire’s inns, and will especially appeal to local history groups who organise such walks. It will delight all those interested in the story behind the signs.