Butterbur is an old family of Men who dwelt in Bree during the late Third Age.[1] They are well known for building, supporting, and running The Prancing Pony inn. One member, Barliman Butterbur, is known for being friendly and on good terms with several influential people of the late Third Age, including Frodo Baggins, Samwise Gamgee, Meriadoc Brandybuck, Peregrin Took, the Wizard Gandalf, and Aragorn II.
References
- ↑ The Lord of the Rings, Vol. I: The Fellowship of the Ring, Book One, Ch. IX: "At the Sign of the Prancing Pony"