[2][3] It is claimed to be the oldest purpose built public house in the South West of England.

[4][5][6] Having once been the Pilgrims' Inn of Glastonbury Abbey, by the mid-nineteenth century the building was known as the George Hotel.

By 1562, when a 21-year lease on the building was taken out by George Cowdrey, it was described as "in such great ruin that it is likely that in default of repair within a few years the rent will not be answered" but included "six featherbeds".

Above the right of centre entrance arch are three carved panels bearing the coats of arms of the Abbey and of King Edward IV.

The interior includes a stone newel staircase and beneath the bar are large cellars.