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THE ALEXANDRA -
LYNDHURST ROAD- 1830 Pub |
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The Alex, as it's known locally, has always been a bit of a mystery to me. It is a very large building purported to have been built c1830 but I can only find records of a landlord from 1871. It may have been named after Queen Alexandra (1844-1925), wife of Edward VII. This, however, does not exclude the building from, at that time, being some type of hostelry as no resident would have built a home right on the road edge unless it was to capture passing trade. Despite its location some distance from the high street in a then under developed area, we can clearly see in the old pictures a bus timetable on the wall. It is thought to have been remodelled in 1898.
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| 2015 REFIT - NEW LANDLORD | |
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A complete refit has refreshed this pub giving it a light and airy environment. Although very much open plan, there are clear sections for recreation, dining and just having a chat. Left is an old bakelite light switch cluster discovered during renovations. |
| COME INTO THE GARDEN MAUD! | |
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Benefiting hugely from a large south facing garden, it comes complete with a Bar-B-Que bar. |
| DOWN IN THE BOWELS | |
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| Recent find: Local bus service outside | Yes we know it says 1830, we just can't find proof |
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1871 - 1875 William Howard
(Alexandra Tavern) |
1886: Thomas John Martin landlord appeared at Lewes Assizes charged with assorting and ravishing Louise Shopland 15. He was found guilty and sentenced to five years penal servitude. |
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