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The Laird and Dog, Lasswade, has a long and interesting history. The first pub was established on the premises in 1740 and was known as the Lasswade Inn. In the late 18th century, permission was granted for a well to be built, which we believe was used for the purposes of brewing or distilling. This well was only re-discovered in 1999 during the construction of our new conservatory. In 2009, the well has was restored and some of the artifacts found in the well are now proudly displayed at the entrance to the conservatory. On entering our conservatory restaurant, customers now have to follow the ‘Walk of Faith’. You have to walk over the well (don’t worry it is firmly covered with glass – don’t look down!!) Jenny - the The Lasswade legendOn the walls of our conservatory, you will see a stunning mosaic depicting the legend of how Lasswade got its name. Below is the poem which was the inspiration for the this fantastic work. Jenny O' LasswadeWhen there was nae brig to cross the Esk River
On Jenny’s broad back they a’ gaed thegither, For Jenny was honest, stout, sober, and steady, She carried the Laird, she carried his Leddy; When he was richt seated the doggie first gaed Then waving his stick he cried "Jenny, lass, wade!" Version in folklore: The origin of the name Lasswade
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