Oakengates, Market Street c.1955
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Photo of Oakengates, Market Street c.1955

Memories of Oakengates, Market Street c1955

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On the left of the photo is the Crown. For many years, this was my local. A good combination of beers & ciders, great bar staff (John Ellis, the landlord, Rachel, Mel, Carol, Yvonne & Keith, the last two sadly died in their 40's) & regulars, also frequent live music nights, quizzes, beer festivals & brewery trips made it our 'go to' pub. It was a proper pub, no TV, games machines or ...see more