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Thread #139740   Message #3207811
Posted By: GUEST,Jon
14-Aug-11 - 09:28 AM
Thread Name: Keeping pubs open
Subject: RE: Folklore: Keeping pubs open
I only knew of one in Norwich that had a few folk(ish) things per week and also considered itself a sort of community pub. That one closed.

I know there was a disagreement regarding payment for electrical work needed for safety regulations but there were also rumours that the company who owned the property were fond of closing down and re development. I'm not sure where the truth lies but I do suspect "fault" on both the landlord and owners sides.

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Anyway, at least for the session I did go to there, another door opened. This pub agreed to open up on a Sunday night to host it (providing he has enough trade to make it worth while). I think it's a fantastic pub, perhaps a little strange as I feel as if I'm stepping back in time when I go in but it has a great feel about it for a session.

I've learned that the landlord owns the pub, that there is an unused downstairs bar and they have a fantastic large garden stretching down to the river. Although I wouldn't be getting involved in something like this, I could imagine it would be an ideal venue for some sort of folk weekend.