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18 High Street
Canterbury
Above map 1874 identified by Rory Kehoe. |
Picture above pre 1897 showing the "George and Dragon" left
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Above photo, date unknown, kindly sent by Tim Timpson. |
Above photo 1888, kindly sent by Rory Kehoe. |
Above photo, circa 1888, kindly sent by Rory Kehoe. |
Above photo, circa 1890, kindly sent by Rory Kehoe. |
Above photo, circa 1890, kindly sent by Tim Timpson. |
Above photo 1890, kindly sent by Rory Kehoe. |
Above photo 1891, kindly sent by Rory Kehoe. |
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From the National Archives CC/JQ/388 1587-1591
Walloon's wife living at the George, High Street, Canterbury mentioned
for encouraging her children in insanitary habits -
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Kentish Weekly Post or Canterbury Journal 18 March 1834.
DIED.
March 11, James Shrubsole, Borough of Staplegate, Canterbury, many years
Porter at the "George and Dragon," High Street, aged 71.
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From the Kentish Gazette, 13 June 1837.
DEATHS.
After a long illness, Robert, son of Mr. Mendy, of the "George Inn,"
Canterbury, aged 37. |
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Kentish Gazette, 25 May 1847.
DEATH.
Mendry:— May 22, Mr. Mendey, landlord of the "George and Dragon Inn,"
High-street, Canterbury.
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From the Tourist's Guide, 1847
"I took up my quarters at the "George and Dragon," High Street, from
which coaches to London and all parts of the coast, leave four times a
day. It was quite a jubilee in old Canterbury, not only on account of
the races, but the ladies fair, for the benefit of the hospital, was
going on in the large square in which the hospital stands. The nobility
had come forward on this occasion, and Albion's fair, noble dames,
condescended to take tables and dispose of the finery and fancy articles
- and all who had a desire of partaking of their sweet smiles, and the
many good things spread out on their fancy tables for sale, and have a
chit-chat with noble dames, had an opportunity that week of so doing,
which was not lost to the East Kent commoners and yeomanry. Among these
ladies who had tables, were Lady Bagot, Countess of Nelson, Marchioness
Conyngham, Lady Bridges, Lady Dickens, Countess of Winchelsea, Lady Gray
de Ruthyn, Lady Harris, and the beautiful, young, and accomplished
Countess of Guilford, from all of whom I made small purchases, after an
introduction from Lord Sondes, who came over from Boulongne with me in
the steamer, and to whom I was indebted for my accommodation at the
"George and Dragon."
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Kentish Gazette, 8 July 1851.
George and Dragon, High Street, Canterbury.
H. Bridges, (late of the "Gun," St Dunstan's.) Announces his removal to
the above old established house. It has recently undergone considerable
improvements, with a view of affording the best accommodation upon the
most reasonable terms.
Excellent stabling and coach houses and good beds.
The proprietor has every confidence, that all who may patronise his
establishment will find every essential comfort. The situation is
particularly desirable, and convenient to the railway station.
Omnibuses to and from the North Kent Railway 6 times a day, and
Conveyances daily to all parts of Kent.
June 27th, 1851.
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Kentish Mercury 13 March 1852.
Thomas Brown (39, imp.) labourer, was charged with cutting and wounding
William Selby, at Canterbury.
Mr Maxwell, for the prosecution, stated the case, from which it appear
the prosecutor and the prisoner had been drinking together at the
"George and Dragon" public house, at Canterbury; and the prisoner on
leaving, being at the time much intoxicated, inflicted serious injury on
the prosecutor.
The evidence bore out these facts, and the prisoner in defence, that he
had not had any previous quarrel with the prosecutor (which the latter
admitted); and that he had no malice against him.
The jury returned the verdict of guilty of cutting and wounding; when
one of them said it was not his verdict; upon which they were directed
to reconsider. After a few minutes reconsideration, they returned the
verdict of guilty upon all counts.
His Lordship, in passing sentence, said the offence was of such as
serious nature, that it called for a severe penalty, and sentence the
prisoner to ten years transportation.
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Faversham Gazette, 29 March, 1856.
Old Established Commercial Inn.
C. L. GIBBS, "GEORGE & DRAGON,"
HIGH STREET, CANTERBURY.
BEGS to assure visitors to the City and the Public generally, that
his house, from its central situation and superior convenience,
offers every accommodation combined with comfort, attention and
economy, and he feels confident that those who favour him with their
patronage, will find every advantage that can be secured by pood
management and the greatest desire to give satisfaction.
Refreshments, Wines, Spirits, Draught and Bottled Ales, Stout, ice.,
of the best quality. Omnibus conveyance to all parts of the County,
and to the North Kent Railway.
GOOD BEDS AID STABLING.
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From the Whitstable Times, 17 December, 1870.
Weir v. Cooper.
This was a summons against Mr. W. J. Cooper, one of the representatives
in the Town Council of the Westgate ward, issued on the information of
Mr. Weir, of St. Peter's-street, Canterbury, under the Municipal
Corporation Act, 22 Vic, c 35, sec. 11 and 12, and 17 and 18 Vic., c.
102, sec. 23. The wording of the allegation was, “that the said W. J.
Cooper did order and cause to be supplied several gallons of beer or
other malt liquor to burgesses and voters of the said ward of Westgate
in the said city, on Monday evening, the 31st of October, 1870, at the
“George and Dragon Inn,” High-street, contrary to the statute in such
case made and provided.”
Mr. Minter appeared for the latter, and said the action was brought for
the recovery of a penalty of 40s. from the defendant, for treating at a
municipal election in this city. He found that the plaintiff had omitted
to subpoena an important witness in the case, which it was impossible to
proceed with on that account. It was requisite that the nomination and
election of members to the Town Council at the time stated in the
summons should be proved, and this could, of course, only be done by
calling the Town Clerk as a witness, and the production of the
nomination papers. As the action was for the recovery of a penalty, he
could not expect to get much favour shown him by the defendant, and,
therefore, he thought the best way would be for him to consent to the
case being struck out.
His Honour said of course it was only a matter of costs.
Mr. Minter said he understood that. He would agree to the case being
struck out, to enable the witness to be subpoenaed by next Court day.
The case accordingly stands over.
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The original premises was demolished in about 1897 to make way for a new
building which was to become the Beaney Institute. The building opened on
September 11th, 1899, and was partly paid for by a legacy of £10,000 left to
the City by the late J.D. Beaney, M.D. of Melbourne, Australia who had been
born in Canterbury. He left the money for "the erection and endowment of an
institute for working men." It contains a free library and reading rooms on
the ground floor, a museum above and a natural history section in the
basement.
Next door at number 19 was the "Greyhound"
I believe this was also demolished to make way for the Museum.
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Canterbury Journal, Kentish Times and Farmers' Gazette 17 August 1895.
THE BEANEY INSTITUTE.
The Surveyor produced before the Beaney Bequest Committee the plans of
the Beaney institute for the "George and Dragon" and "Greyhound" site,
the Sun Street Stores site, the Guildhall site, and the Cattle Market
site, and reported as to the accommodation which each site would
provide, and gave approximate estimates of the cost of same; and, after
a long discussion, the Committee recommended that the "George and
Dragon" and "Greyhound" site be purchased for the
erection of the
institute.
The Deputation of the Friendly Societies attended the meeting of the
whole House Committee and the Surveyor produced the plans prepared by
him for the proposed Beaney Institute.
The Committee recommended that the "George and Dragon" and
"Greyhound"
site be adopted and purchased for the erection of the Institute.
The Mayor proposed the confirmation of the minutes and Councillor
Russell seconded.
Councillor Harris asked if they knew how much they had to pay for the
site.
After some discussion the Town Clerk read the letters he had received on
the subject. Messrs. Flint and Son were willing to take £2,400 for the
"George and Dragon" with an Additional £300 for valuation and
compensation to the tenant. The owners of the "Greyhound" public house
were willing to sell for £1,200, but they said nothing about the
valuation for the tenant.
Councillor Warren thought they ought not to purchase before they had
more money in hand.
Councillor Harris suggested that the subject should be referred back to
the Committee.
Councillor Horsley suggested that they should not purchase the site
before receiving some more money.
Alderman Hart said there was nothing to be gained by delay.
Councillor Harris moved as an amendment that the question be referred
back to the Committee.
Councillor Goulden seconded.
The proposition was carried by eight votes to seven, and the minutes
were confirmed.
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LICENSEE LIST
EASTON William 1824-28+
VIDGEN James 1832+
 
MENDEY John 1837-22/May/47 dec'd
 
BLISSETT John 1847-51+ (age 45 in 1851 )
GIBBS Charles L 1856-61+
(age 54 in 1861)
 
WELLARD Richard 1861+ (age 35 in 1861)
BUTLER & WINTER 1868
BUTLER William 1874-91+ (widower age 19 in 1891)
  
BLISSETT John date unknown
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Guide 1838
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Canterbury Directory 1868
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