Okehampton in Devon, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)

The White Hart Hotel

Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 8, 2025

1. The White Hart Hotel Marker

Inscription. This grade II listed building is the town's oldest inn. The White Hart was "given its official licence as Okehampton's leading inn at the new Quarter Sessions when the town's charter was granted in 1623." Originally a 17th century coaching inn, on what was the Old London Road, the White Hart takes its name from the emblem of King Richard II. Many important events were held here. William Pitt the Elder was a frequent visitor. MP for the Borough of Okehampton, in the 1750s, Pitt later held office as Prime Minister. These premises were refurbished by J.D. Wetherspoon and opened in July 2016.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1623.

Location. 50° 44.333′ N, 4° 0.204′ W. Marker is in Okehampton, England, in Devon. It is at the intersection of Fore Street and George Street, on the right when traveling east on Fore Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Okehampton, England EX20 1HB, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in South West England.

Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean,

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in the North Atlantic Region,

in Europe,

in Atlantic Europe,

on one of the British Isles,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.

Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Two Rivers... and Two Bridges (within shouting distance of this marker); Okehampton (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); All Churches Great and Small (approx. 0.4 kilometers away).

Also see . . . The White Hart Hotel (Wetherspoon). (Submitted on July 21, 2025.)

Fore Street West (the White Hart is the building on the left) image. Click for full size.

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2. Fore Street West (the White Hart is the building on the left)

Credits. This page was last revised on July 21, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 19, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 89 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on July 19, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. 2. submitted on July 21, 2025. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.

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