Elmstead Market, The Bowling Green c.1965
Photo ref: E69015
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The inn is now closed; at one time there was a bowling green nearby from which it may have taken its name. Outside stands an AA patrol van. The house on the right is now described as Maltravers, '18th-century restaurant'. Beth Chatto's well-known garden can be found on the edge of the village.

Memories of Elmstead Market, the Bowling Green c1965

For many years now, we've been inviting visitors to our website to add their own memories to share their experiences of life as it was, prompted by the photographs in our archive. These memories are of Elmstead Market, The Bowling Green c.1965

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My great grandfather William Henry Parkins ran The Bowling Green from the 1920s until his death in 1953. I am aware that the Pub has now closed and the last time I visited (6-7 years ago) it was being converted into a private home. I would like to hear from anyone who remembers my great grandfather or any other members of the Parkins family.