In 1893 Betty too passed away, at the considerable age of 93. However, the pub continued to be affectionately known as ‘Owd Betts’, although it was not until the 1950s that, in deference to the grand lady, it's name was officially changed from the 'Hare and Hounds’ to that by which it is known today, ‘Owd Betts.’

Over the years since Betty’s departure the pub has seen many landladies and landlords but some maintain that Betty herself still keeps a benign but weather eye on the pub that was once her's. She has been known on occasion to show her disdain for modern gadgetry by unexpectedly switching off some appliance or other (no doubt to restore a little tranquility to her domain) and her steps have been heard patrolling seemingly empty rooms.

A portrait of 'Owd Bett' now has pride of place over one of the pub's three fireplaces.