So many fondly-remembered Northampton pubs have shut their doors over the years but are still in the memories of their customers.
These photos - researched by Dave Knibb, the Northampton author of 'Last Orders: A History and Directory of Northampton Pubs' - show some of Northampton's old stomping grounds.
Dave's self-published book has sold more than 2,000 copies. Call 07939990790 or email [email protected] to buy a copy.
Dave's self-published book has sold more than 2,000 copies. Call 07939990790 or email [email protected] to buy a copy.
5. THE ALBION – Regent Square, Regent Street
Dave said: "The Albion first opened its doors in 1871 when it was opened by Ratcliffe & Jeffreys. The pub regularly made the pages of the local press during the 1880s and 1890s as its proximity to the barracks made it a regular haunt of squaddies and fights which often spilled out into the square. The landlords of the time would never rent a room out to a soldier without seeing a pass in case the soldier was planning to desert. It closed down in 1951 but briefly had a new lease of life as The Albion Club - as an old people’s - club when Phipps & Co, who still held the license, offered five years free rent in 1955."
Photo: Dave Knibb