Friday, 26 August 2011

The Demise of the Norman King

Whilst away on our holiday the historical Norman King pub was destroyed by fire, arson is suspected.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKovVVRGKE4&feature=related

The Norman King was built in 12th Century during the reign of King Henry I. It formed part of the estate which included the Priory Church opposite and the Old Palace Lodge next door.

The Norman King before the fire on 10th August.....


....and afterwards.




There is a strong groundswell of feeling within Dunstable and a desire to raise funds to restore the building. I will record any progress here, so watch this space.

1 comment:

  1. What a coincidence! I've know a guy named after that pub.

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