Totnes, Devon. The "King Billy" (as it is affectionately known) was built during the monarchy of William IV, who reigned from 1830 to 1837. It was purpose-built by William Brockbank, who was owner and licensee, on the site of two adjoining cottages that were knocked together to create a dwelling and brewing space. Situated at the corner of Fore Street and Station Road, it has always been a valued resource and meeting place for the local community. It was a place of celebration for the coronations of King George VI (1936), Queen Elizabeth II (1952), and VE Day in 1945.

It is a substantial brick and stone building with a pretty curved glass and timber window frontage. Inside is one large room with a central bar - a lounge to the left of it and more of a bar on the right. My beer of choice was Legend Ale, an Amber Best Bitter from Dartmoor Brewery.