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The Greyhound, an old coaching inn closed in 2006 after being used as an antiques centre. It has now been converted into flats. Present by 1650.
From Lincolnshire Heritage:
Coaching inn with Assize Court and Assembly Room, built c.1650 and altered c.1730, 1788-9, early-mid 19th century and 20th century. The building is constructed of limestone rubble and ashlar with some red brick with plain tile and pantile roof. The Assembly Room was built during the 1789 remodelling of the inn by the Trustees of Sir Gilbert Heathcote, who spent £4000 on the new brick frontage with archway. The Assembly Room was used for various village gatherings including popular 'Penny Readings' in the 19th century. It was also used to hold the fortnightly Magistrate's Court and the Quarter Sessions, and there are brass studs set in the floor to indicate the position of the Dock, Witness Box and Justice's Bench. A stairway led down to a Prisoners' Hall. A Savings Bank was opened at the Greyhound Inn in 1818. The bank's opening hours were 12-1pm every Thursday. The Greyhound is a former coaching inn dating from c.1650. The façade of The Greyhound was rebuilt in 1789 in red brick with a stone lined archway for coaches. It is three storeys high and has a seven bay frontage. An historic building appraisal was conducted of the Greyhound Inn in December 2006, to inform proposed conversion of the Greyhound Inn, Folkingham. The appraisal included a brief history of the building and an assessment of significance for each of its constituent parts. A building survey was conducted in February 2008, prior to renovation and conversion to residential use of the building. The building has undergone significant changes at various times from the 17th century to the 20th century. These alterations have all left their mark on its fabric, as has the fire damage of 2005 and water damage resulting from periods of poor maintenance. The earliest part of the building appears to be the southern block of the western range which still retains 17th century fire surrounds. The east range appears to be of 18th century date; an integral oven in the north-western corner of this range suggests that it may have originally functioned as a kitchen. A major refurbishment of the inn occurred in 1789, and many features relating to this remain within the building, showing fine late 18th century style. Evidence of 19th century and later changes was also present, including intrusive 20th century features such as bathroom, kitchen and bar facilities. Greyhound Inn, Folkingham. Partially extant 17th century courtyard complex similar to a farmstead. Regular courtyard with multiple regular yards. The inn is detached from the main working complex. There has been a partial loss (less than 50%) of traditional buildings. Located within or in association with a village.
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Picture source: Hania Franek
Date of photo: 1909	Picture source: Hania Franek