The Eclipse Pub
The public house in this picture is 'The Eclipse'. I lived in the Eclipse as a small boy in the mid 1950s. My bedroom was on the top floor. I use to lie in bed at night and watch the Bovril electric sign across the road. My grandfather and grandmother kept the pub, their names were Charlie and Elsie Haigue. As small boys we use to take our toys and play in Cheapside, just ouside Walkers the butchers. The Eclipse was a very popular pub at the time, a very busy meeting place. It was always full with many colourful characters. Sadly no longer a pub, the building is still there. I often look up to my bedroom when I am walking past. That was a time when you were safe up town.
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RE: RE: The Eclipse Pub
My dad was never out off the Eclipse pub on Saturdays and Sundays and most nights in the 1960s. I remember standing outside as a small boy for about 2 hours for him to come out and take him home. His name was Charlie Crewe, and his nick name was 'Wagy'.
Comment from Michael Crewe on Monday, 5th April 2010.
RE: RE: The Eclipse Pub
Can anyone remember the name of the fishmonger in Evington Road, in the late 1950s, early 1960s? We only knew him as Eddie. I think he was the only one. I can't find him in any directory but need to know to assist in my putting together memories of those days.
Comment from Ellyjane Inns on Monday, 9th January 2012.