Copy of a monochrome photograph of Needham's shop, Brighton, prior to demolition.
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Copy of a monochrome photograph of Needham's shop, Brighton, prior to demolition. The famous Castle Tavern, which gave its name to Castle Square, was established here in 1755. Later it was greatly enlarged and a handsome ballroom was added. The property having been acquired by George IV, when Regent, the ballroom was converted into the Chapel Royal, and in October 1823 the Castle Tavern was demolished. Soon afterwards the oblong block of buildings shown in these photographs was erected, and had been occupied by Needhams for upward of 60 years when removed in 1930. The view at the corner of Castle Square and Old Steine at the same period. When Needhams went, the adjoining houses 59 and 60, Old Steine, part of the original block, were removed at the same time.
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