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Commemorative plaque 75055

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Commemorative plaque 75055
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This blue commemorative plaque records: First recorded as The Keye in 1622 as a coaching inn and post office, the current building dates from the mid-18th Century. At the rear, the Grade II listed stables housed up to 50 horses where you can see an ornate window and statues at the first-floor level. the Georgian Assembly Rooms hosted dances, auctions, plays and cock fighting. Recorded plaque organisation: Daventry Heritage Trail.
The Keye, originally a coaching inn and post office since 1622, became a significant social hub featuring stables for up to 50 horses and Georgian Assembly Rooms that hosted various public entertainments including dances and auctions.

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