PICTURES: Take a look back at FIVE old Northampton pubs and the history behind them – including 15 skeletons being discovered underneath a kitchen
These snaps of historic Northampton pubs have been dug up from the archives by local historian Dave Knibb
By Logan MacLeod
Published 24th May 2022, 08:15 BST
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 Maple Tree in Lawrence Street
Dave said: "One of the five Lawrence Street pubs that sprung up within 10 years of it being built. The Dulleys Arms opened in 1864 but changed its name to the Maple Tree in 1884. The pub was noted more for its meetings, societies and cricket team than for any trouble. Things were very different by the 1920s, though, the license was offered up as a sacrifice for the Northampton Arms in nearby Oak Street to be rebuilt, although various snags and arguments delayed the plans until 1925 when the Maple Tree was closed down." Photo: Dave Knibb