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Steamer Inn blue plaque

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Steamer Inn blue plaque
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This blue commemorative plaque records: The Steamer Inn Dating from the 15th Century and an inn during the 19th Century, it lost its licence in 1920. Notable for the 'Dragon Beam' in the shop on the corner of Star Lane, a medieval method of projecting the original jettied upper storey along two adjacent sides of the building.
The Steamer Inn, dating from the 15th century, is notable for its 'Dragon Beam' in Star Lane, showcasing a medieval architectural technique that projects the upper jettied storey along two adjacent sides. Its history as an inn during the 19th century and subsequent loss of licence in 1920 highlight changes in local commercial and licensing laws.

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