At which inn did Chaucer's pilgrims meet to begin their journey?
Sir Thopas pilgrims are involved in a story-telling contest on the behest of the Host (Middle English: "Hooste"), Harry Bailly, the winner of which will receive a free meal at The Tabard Inn on their return. "Sir Thopas" comes after the "Prioress's Tale", a poem which is exemplary of the "miracle of the Virgin" genre and which tells the story of a child martyr killed by Jews. Seemingly wishing to counter the sombre mood that this tale instills in the pilgrims, the Host hails Chaucer and suggests that he: "Telle us a tale of myrth, and that anon" (line 706). Chaucer admits
George Hotel and Pilgrims' Inn, Glastonbury a stone newel staircase and beneath the bar are large cellars. It is believed to be haunted. Notes Bibliography George Hotel and Pilgrims' Inn, Glastonbury The George Hotel and Pilgrims' Inn in Glastonbury, Somerset, England, was built in the late 15th century to accommodate visitors to Glastonbury Abbey. It has been designated as a Grade I listed building. It is claimed to be the oldest purpose built public house in the South West of England. Having once been the Pilgrims' Inn of Glastonbury Abbey, by the mid-nineteenth century the building was known as the George Hotel. The current name preserves