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First floor bar in this historic building that J D Wetherspoon's opened in June 2012. This pub serves real cider as recognised by CAMRA. Holds the Cask Marque Award for serving quality real ale.
Historic Interest
Built in 1861/2 for £7000, the Corn Exchange was originally a provisions market. It was the second such building – the first (1836) was too small. Over the years it has been a centre for commerce (as a corn exchange), a roller skating rink & stage for various events, such as wrestling & dances. It was listed (Grade II) in 1952. In the 1960s it was proposed that the Corn Exchange should be demolished & replaced by shops. After much debate a compromise was reached in 1969 when a developer was selected to insert a new first floor into the hall, just below the level of the capitals (now encased in wooden shuttering) on the cast iron columns. In more recent times it has been used for events such as wedding receptions, parties, concerts & for 17 years hosted the East Anglian beer festival (1992-2010). Photographs of this pub and more historical information about it can be found at suffolk.camra.org.uk/pub/4100
Conversion
Built in 1860s, the Grade II-listed Corn Exchange was originally a provisions market. In the 1960s it was nearly demolished in favour of more shops. A compromise was reached and a new floor inserted. The building has been used for wedding receptions, concerts and other events and the first floor has the bar, run by Wetherspoon's. The front, designed as a single storey, has a giant hexastyle Ionic portico with a pediment decorated by figures. The interior features semi-circular stone arches in alternating bands of light and dark stone surmounted by a dentil cornice front and back. Ornate keystones carry agricultural motifs, such as wheatsheaves and rams' heads, and the central keystone on each side is decorated with flowers and plants. The glass roof has cast-iron glazing bars and a decorated central plaster panel. The overall effect is stunning, a dramatic and airy place to have a drink and to admire the building's merits. Open from early to late serving real ales, ciders and meals.
This Pub serves 5 changing beers and 0 regular beers.
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