The history of ownership and occupation of the properties at the southern end of the west side of High Street (modern numbers 45-65) is very speculative. Records are sketchy, and confusing. This printing is the current "best attempt" to clarify the history of these properties, but much further work still needs to be done. It is possible that the historic boundaries do not match the modern ones.

The earliest record of The Plough is in the 1851 census when Francis Hasell (32) was recorded as beerhouse keeper.

In the 1871 census it was Edward Lambourne who was recorded at the Plough Inn as "gardner and innkeeper".

The 1854 Billing has William Dyke, beer retailer and shopkeeper. [By the 1863 Dutton & Allen Directory, William Dyke was at the Red Lion in Charnham Street]. The 1864 Billing showed William Dyke at The Plough.

Other relevant entries include:
1871 census: Edward Lambourne at The Plough Inn
1891 Cosburn: James Winkworth
1895 Kelly: John Waller Horne - Public house, carman; waggonettes & traps let on hire
1900 Cosburn: John Waller Horne
1903 Kelly: Charles Wiggins - PH
1914 Commoners List: Herbert John Finn and Thomas Dennison.

The date when The Plough closed is not clear.

See also:
- 49 High Street

Plough House, 2007

The Plough, c1920

We would welcome more information on this topic