Named after the ‘mythical’ outlaw of Sherwood Forest, this inn at Aslackby has now added Little John to its title presumably, because of the charming rhyme. It is still going strong and has excellent ratings.
"Gentlemen, if you think good, Step in and drink with Robin Hood; If Robin Hood abroad has gone. Then take a drink with Little John.
Such is the invitation extended to those who visit the old-world village of Aslackby. ‘The Robin Hood’ which, incidentally, has just changed hands, is an ancient inn by the side of the main road as one enters from the north. If it has any connection with the famous outlaw it would be interesting to know in what way, though to what extent, if at all, ‘Robin Hood’ was an actual historical character has been much debated. Only two other inns in Lincolnshire – one at Boston, the other at Spalding – are known by the name of the jovial freebooter.”
The Stamford Mercury, June 24th, 1927.