The Lost Pubs Walk

The Lost Pubs of St Neots

With Chris Jones

17 July, 14 August, 18 September | 7.00 PM | £10/person

What you'll discover

The Lost Pubs Project - From Whyte Lyons to Angels

This lost pubs walk through the heart of St Neots turns into a gentle act of time travel, tracing the outlines of places where the town once gathered, argued, flirted and celebrated.

Starting near the River we will pause by the Half Moon and the Cross Keys Inn, once a bustling Coaching Inn and imagine the clatter of hooves on its once cobbled yard and feel the warmth and welcome of its one mighty lamp.

As we wander around the Georgian Facades of the Market square, the ghosts of the Old Falcon inn and the Bull Inn linger in the architecture, subtle clues in Brickwork and old signage. The buildings still listening for the next round of beer to be ordered...

Further along our walk we will see how communities shift. The site of the old Royal Oak now sitting quietly awaiting its next life, while the former New Inn reminds us that inns and pubs were the social engines of a vibrant and busy market town serving large numbers of agricultural workers along side the growing industrialisation of a very busy town.

Ending our walk at the Boot having stitched together a map of memory, one that reveals how St Neots has evolved in its long history. But importantly, how its character has endured in the Echo's of these long  vanished gathering places

Practical information

📍 Meeting point: St Neots Museum

🕖 Start time: 7pm — please arrive 5 minutes early

⏱ Duration: Approximately 2 hours

👟 What to wear: Comfortable shoes, dress for the weather

Good to know

This walk is suitable for adults and older children. No specialist knowledge needed, just curiosity about local history. The walk takes place outdoors so we recommend dressing for the weather. In the event of severe weather, ticket holders will be contacted directly.

Who comes on these walks?

Couples, friends, solo explorers, all welcome. Our walks are relaxed, informal and led by knowledgeable local historians who bring the town's stories to life.

Any questions?

Contact us at manager@stneotsmuseum.org.uk or call 01480 214163.