APOLLO INN #
45 (Later 151) North Road
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Described in Kelly's 1905 Directory as "Apollo Wine and Spirit Stores'.
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CENSUS RETURNS
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Described in Kelly's 1905 Directory as "Apollo Wine and Spirit Stores'.
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| I have often travelled on the Holme Slack bus (pictured) to visit my grand-mother who lived near the home of Preston North End. I well remember this inn, and the Craven Heifer opposite, on what was a rather complicated junction of roads. It was the point where the present North Road split, with Park Road forking to the left and North Road continuing into the town centre. |
MINE HOSTS
Pre-1837 Thomas Lowe
1834 John Mayor - nothing certain about this, but here for further checking.
1834 John Mayor - nothing certain about this, but here for further checking.
1835 - 43 Septimus Blackhurst
1851 Richard Fairclough
1851 Henry Blackhurst - The owner of the house, also.
1853 - 54 John Horn
1857 Robert Riley
1861 - 65 Edward Yates
1871 - 77 William Davis (Davies) - (Mrs. Davies d. March 1889 at 10, Gt. Avenham St.)
1878 - 83 George Gaunt (wife, Mary, died 19.1.1881 aged 41 years)
1883 - 88 Thomas Cartmell
1888 John Wilkins
1888 - 89 Robert Oldham
1889 Ellen Gregson
1889 - 94 Henry Turner
1894 - 95 Lawrence Hodgson
1895 James Campbell
1896 William Sharples (A licensed victualler from Lune Street. I think he owned the property /
business until at least 1901)
business until at least 1901)
1896 - 1924 James Mercer - 1924 listed as "Apollo Wine and Spirit Stores"
1926 - 27 Joseph Singleton
1932 Joseph Carter
1936 John Frankland
1944 Joseph Thompson
1948 James Hall
1948 James Hall
Until 1877 the property was owned by the Trustees of the late Miles Myers,
a former mayor in the town. It was sold in that year to the sitting tenant,
William Davis. A year later Davis sold it to George Gaunt.
William Davis. A year later Davis sold it to George Gaunt.
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| Preston Chronicle 18th February 1837 Obviously it had to be before this date that LOWE was at the Apollo Inn. In fact, according to the above notice it was his most recent location. He was earlier at the Mitre in Fishergate.* *  *  *  *  * TEA AND BALL The Loyal Ancient Order of Shepherds hade their annual tea party and ball in the Corn Exchange on Monday evening. Although the weather was very wet, about 300 sat down to tea which took place in the Long Room. After tea the company adjourned to the Assembly Room where dancing commenced about 8 o'clock to the strains of the band of the 21st L.A.V., and was kept up with spirit till a late hour. Refreshments were provided by Mr. Davies, of the Apollo Inn, North Road. The reunion was a most successful one. Preston Herald 23rd October 1872 * SHEPHERDS Third ANNUAL TEA PARTY and BALL, in aid of the Widow and Orphans' Fund, will be held in the Corn Exchange, on Monday, October 20th, 1873, under distinguished patronage. The refreshment stall will be conducted by Mr. William Davies of the Apollo Inn, North Road. Tickets: Gents'. 2s; Ladies 1s 6d. Preston Herald 11th October 1873 * UNITED FREE GARDENERS' sixth annual TEA PARTY and BALL, in aid of the Widow and Orphans' Fund, will, by kind permission of the Mayor, be held in the Corn Exchange, on Tuesday evening next, October 28th, 1873, under distinguished patronage. The Refreshment Stall will be conducted by Mr. William Davies, of the Apollo Inn, North Road. Tickets: Gentlemen's 1s 6d; Ladies 1s 3d. Preston Herald 25th October 1873 * UNITED FREE GARDENERS' Seventh Annual TEA PARTY and BALL, in aid of the Widow and Orphans' Fund, will be held in the Corn Exchange, on Monday, 26th October, 1874, (by kind permission of his Worship the Mayor, J.J. Myres, Esq), and under distinguished patronage. The Refreshment Stall will be conducted by Mr. W. Davis, of the Apollo Inn, North Road. Doors open at 7, tea on the table at half past 7 o'clock prompt. Tickets: Gentlemen 1s 6d; ladies, 1s 3d. M. Taylor, Secretary. Preston Herald 24th October 1874 * SECOND ANNUAL CATHOLIC CHARITY BALL A second ball in connection with the Catholic body of the town took place in the Assembly Room of the Corn Exchange on Tuesday evening last, resulting satisfactorily in every particular. It was numerously attended, leaving us naturally to suppose that a handsome sum will remain to be charitably disbursed. The room and ante-rooms were beautifully decorated with white and crimson curtains, the floor being laid with white Holland. The spectacle when the dancing was at its height assumed, so to speak, a kaleidoscopic aspect, and Messrs. Eastwood and Taylor, the decorators, may be complimented upon their assistance in producing this effect. The office of the Master of Ceremonies was worthily filled by Mr. Joseph Atkinson, he having the assistance of a strong band of stewards. The refreshments were supplied by Mr. Davies of the Apollo Inn, and Mr. Jackson's excellent quadrille band occupied the orchestra, and undoubtedly general satisfaction was given. Dancing continued until an early hour on Wednesday morning. Preston Herald 23rd January 1875 * To be Sold by Private Treaty, a capital BEERHOUSE, in the centre of town. This is a chance seldom to be met with. For particulars, apply W. Davis, Apollo Inn. Preston Herald 18th September 1875 It isn't known whether this refers to the Apollo or another house. * PRESENTATION TO A TRADE SECRETARY. The members of the Preston and Chorley Branch of the Society of Iron-founders of England, Ireland, and Wales, met on Saturday evening at their club-room, Apollo Inn, North Road, Preston, for the purpose of presenting a silver lever watch and gold Albert guard, with a purse of money, to Mr. Thomas Helm, the secretary of the branch. Mr. Thomas Osbaldeston, the president, occupied the chair, and Mr. James Towers the vice-chair. After congratulatory addresses had been delivered by the chairman and other friends, the presentations were made by Mr. John Smith and Mr. Robert Cottam. Mr. Helm feelingly returned thanks, and altogether a very enjoyable evening was spent. Preston Herald 18th December 1875 * NORTH END CRICKET CLUB BALL This annual gathering, which took place at the Corn Exchange Assembly Room on Monday evening was attended with much success. The decorations were entrusted to Messrs. Thorp and Nye, and the use of bats, wickets and balls, and other articles used in the game of cricket, added greatly to the adornment of the room. The band of the Artillery Corps occupied the orchestra. The refreshment stalls were taken in hand by Mr. Davies, of the Apollo Inn, and Mrs. Walton, confectioner, of Fishergate. Mr. Thomas Wareing officiated as master of ceremonies, and throughout nothing occurred which could in any way mar the harmony of the proceedings. Preston Herald 22nd December 1875 * JUVENILE FREE GARDENERS, ANNUAL FIELD DAY. The annual field day celebration in connection with the above society was held in a field adjoining the Golden Ball, Longton, on Saturday. The members and friends commenced to assemble at their Head Quarters, the Apollo Inn, North Road, a full half hour previous to the time fixed for the procession to start, and about 1,500 persons took part in the proceedings of the day. The procession moved away about 2 o'clock, and it presented a very effective appearance. The music was provided by the Walton-le-dale Reed Band, and the handsome double-poled banner of the Order was carried in front. The procession proceeded along North Road, Ormskirk Road, Lancaster Road, and Fishergate, to the West Lancashire Railway Station, where two special trains were waiting to convey the party to their destination. Having supplied the children with refreshments, a programme of events was gone through, ranging from running, to dancing, footballing, and cricketing, and which was kept up until about 8 o'clock, when the company retired to the Golden Ball, where the host, Mr. Jos. Hull, had quite unexpectedly laid out a very nice cold collation. The party arrived in Preston about 9 o'clock, having had a thoroughly enjoyable day out, and thus brought to a close one of the most successful excursions that has ever left the West Lancashire Station. Preston Herald 20th July 1887 * Sales by Auction THIS DAY (WEDNESDAY) at Three o'clock MESSRS. THOMAS DEWHURST and SON. will Sell by Auction, at their Salerooms, 122 Fishergate, Preston, the PRESTON BREWERY, ODDFELLOWS' ARMS, VOLUNTEER INN, APOLLO INN, LIME KILN INN, NORTH-WESTERN HOTEL, THEATRE HOTEL, THE RIFLEMAN, SOUTH MEADOW TAVERN, GUILD TAVERN, MARINERS' HOME, HEN AND CHICKENS, ROYAL OAK, BERBY ARMS, and the JOINERS' ARMS. Preston Herald 15th August 1894 Presumably, all these places were owned by the Preston Brewery. * THREW THE EGGS AWAY. George Robey (36) and John Phillipson (31) were charged with stealing a basket of eggs, valued at £1. 11. 4d, the property of Mr. James Baron Rose, from inside the Public Hall on Saturday morning. Mr. Clemesha, who prosecuted, said that the eggs were taken from the Public Hall about 10.30 on Saturday morning. During the course of the day the two prisoners seemed to have been going from public-house to public-house, disposing of the eggs to whoever would purchase them. They were followed from the Apollo Inn, North Road, by a constable, who afterwards stopped the prisoners, and told them he was going to arrest them for stealing the eggs. Both tried to escape, and the constable saw them both throwing the eggs, which they pulled from their pockets, away. They afterward showed him where they had left the basket, down a passage off Higginson Street. Evidence of arrest was given by PC. Smith, and the case was remanded until Friday. Preston Herald 18th September 1912 * SALE - Vacant Possession; 305 New Hall Lane. Apply - Apollo Inn, North Road, Preston. Lancashire Evening Post 25th August 1925 * |
1841
Septimus Blackhurst 50 years Innkeeper
Jane Blackhurst 50 Wife
Henrietta Blackhurst 20 Daughter
Mary Townsend 55
Ann Lingart 15
Jane Lingart 5
1851
1861
Edward Yates 37 years Publican b. Preston
Ellen Yates 38 Wife do
Thomas Yates 19 Son do
1871
William Davis 26 years Innkeeper b. Edgerley, Shropshire
Margaret Davis 36 Wife b. Salmesbury
1881
George Gaunt 49 years Publican b. Northwich
Mary Gaunt 24 Daughter b. Preston
Sarah Gaunt 22 Daughter do
John Gaunt 18 Son do
William Gaunt 16 Son do
George B. Gaunt 14 Son do
Thomas Gaunt 11 Son do
Alfred Cordon 19 Step-son b. Manchester
Rachel Cordon 17 Step-daughter do
Anne Cordon 15 Step-daughter do
1891
Henry Turner 41 years Publican b. Walton-le-dale
Jane Turner 42 Wife b. Preston
Elizabeth Turner 10 Daughter do
Robert Turner 8 Son do
Henry Turner 6 Son do
Paul Turner 1 Son do
1901
James Mercer 36 years Publican b. Preston
Ann Mercer 41 Wife do
Mary A. Mercer 6 Daughter do
1911
James Mercer 45 years Publican b. Preston
Ann Mercer 52 Wife / Assistant do
Mary Alice Mercer 17 Daughter / Milliner do
Kate Boyle 18 Domestic Servant do
Mary Townsend 55
Ann Lingart 15
Jane Lingart 5
1851
1861
Edward Yates 37 years Publican b. Preston
Ellen Yates 38 Wife do
Thomas Yates 19 Son do
1871
William Davis 26 years Innkeeper b. Edgerley, Shropshire
Margaret Davis 36 Wife b. Salmesbury
1881
George Gaunt 49 years Publican b. Northwich
Mary Gaunt 24 Daughter b. Preston
Sarah Gaunt 22 Daughter do
John Gaunt 18 Son do
William Gaunt 16 Son do
George B. Gaunt 14 Son do
Thomas Gaunt 11 Son do
Alfred Cordon 19 Step-son b. Manchester
Rachel Cordon 17 Step-daughter do
Anne Cordon 15 Step-daughter do
1891
Henry Turner 41 years Publican b. Walton-le-dale
Jane Turner 42 Wife b. Preston
Elizabeth Turner 10 Daughter do
Robert Turner 8 Son do
Henry Turner 6 Son do
Paul Turner 1 Son do
1901
James Mercer 36 years Publican b. Preston
Ann Mercer 41 Wife do
Mary A. Mercer 6 Daughter do
1911
James Mercer 45 years Publican b. Preston
Ann Mercer 52 Wife / Assistant do
Mary Alice Mercer 17 Daughter / Milliner do
Kate Boyle 18 Domestic Servant do
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