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The Greyhound black plaque

Commemorative plaque

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This black commemorative plaque records: The Greyhound This building is the second Greyhound public house on this site. Its predecessor was a three storey Georgian style property, built around 1797. The Greyhound Stands on the High Street section once occupied by The Grete (or Great) House. It was first recorded in 1532, when owned by the London brewer thomas Knight, and it was not demolished undi 1868. Recorded plaque organisation: J. D. Wetherspoon.
The Greyhound is a historic public house standing on a site that has been significant since at least 1532, when it was occupied by The Grete House owned by London brewer Thomas Knight. Its current building is the second iteration on this historically notable location in High Street, reflecting the area's enduring importance for commerce and social gatherings.

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