Date:1936
Description:The 'Roebuck' prior to its demolition in 1936. The Roebuck was originally one of the oldest coaching inns in Newcastle, but was later converted into shops. In its heyday, around 1818, about 40 coaches a day passed through Newcastle. The town became a focus for road transport in North Staffordshire, coaches leaving for London, Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham, and other important towns, every day. Coaching declined rapidly however, with the coming of the railway and by the late 1830s only around 4 coaches were coming through Newcastle each day. Shortly after this photograph was taken the 'Roebuck' was demolished and the Lancaster Buildings built on the site. Part of the Guildhall can be made out on the extreme right hand side of this photograph.
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Photograph of the Lancaster Buildings. Sutherland House can be seen behind.
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Donor ref:PA1317 (22/4285)
Source: Brampton Museum and Art Gallery, Newcastle under Lyme
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