About us.

Our history.

The White Horse is a beautiful 18th-century country pub painted in a distinctive ‘Baston blue’ that sits quietly behind the church, nestled in the heart of Baston village.

Formally the Spinning Wheel, the pub was bought in the Christmas of 2012 by the Richardson family, 3rd generation local arable farmers. Lovingly renovated, restored, and rejuvenated, it opened its doors in 2013 under its original name, The White Horse. With its future secured for generations to come it now forms a valuable part of Thetford Farm Estate.

A village pub in the truest sense of the word, from the contemporary designed, country classic interior, locally sourced seasonal ingredients, craft ales, extensive wine list and attentive staff.

With a focus on quality, family, and tradition, the White Horse is a true find.

The Team.

Head Chef: Corneliu

Corneliu joined The White Horse in early summer 2025, bringing a distinctive culinary flair to the kitchen. His passion for British cuisine with a Mediterranean twist is reflected in his carefully curated dishes. With extensive experience, he is eager to drive the kitchen forward and continually innovate. Often found listening to Pavarotti while preparing his menus, Corneliu always works with a big smile, sharing his enthusiasm with the team!

Duty Manager: Jack

Jack, our duty manager, has been part of The White Horse family for many years! He keeps the pub running smoothly, looking after both staff and guests with care. He looks after all of our events from enquiry all the way through to the day. You’ll often find him behind the bar, chatting and sharing a laugh with customers. Jack makes sure all the behind-the-scenes tasks are done to the highest standard, always with a warm and welcoming approach.

The Community.

Here at The White Horse, we believe that the pub is at the heart of the community. It is where people come to plan events, share stories, and make memories we are proud to support. We have wine tasting, committee meetings to local cricket and rugby team awards, quiz nights and charity events including raising money at the Church Harvest Auction. There is always something to look forward to including the fantastic Baston Beats Weekend, and who can forget our annual family favourite, the legendary Halloween Hunt & Haunt.

We are also proud to support amazing local charities close to our heart, such as Lincoln Support Rural Network who do so much good for others.