John Oram's photos with the keyword: Poole

The Swan Inn, Poole (closed) - 19 May 2018

19 May 2018 178
The Swan Inn in Old Orchard, Poole has joined the long list of closed pubs. It is a beautiful building, especially as seen in the May sunshine, with its simple brick complementing the attractive green, glazed tiles. It appears that there was a dispute as long ago as 2006 about plans for its demolition and development of the site. An article from the Bournemouth Echo (below) quotes some controversial and, in my opinion, very wrong comments about the property. www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/851346.Opposition_grows_ov... There was more positive news in the same publication as recently as 4 April 2018. www.bournemouthecho.co.uk/news/16135770.Richard_Carr_reve... 200_3_P1050855CE