We decided to look back through The News archives to see if we could find some of the old drinking establishments that are sadly no longer part of the city.
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Hopefully this gallery might be able to spark some fond memories of good times from down the years. Have a look through all 40 and let us know how many you can remember!
25. The Kingston Tavern
Built in the late 1890s, this pub on Kingston Road last just over a century before closing in 1999. It was converted to apartments with the name the Jade Mews. Photo: Ian Hargreaves
26. The Hearts of Oak
This pub stood on the northern end of what was then Commercial Road, and is now Mile End Road. It was built in the early 1900s and demolished in 1974 Photo: JPIMedia
27. The Mayflower
The Mayflower in Highland Road, Eastney was designed in a cottage style by architect T E Owen, and for most of its life consisted of a large public bar and small lounge. In 2007 the property was bought and then demolished. Photo: Contributed
28. The Market House Tavern
This Grade II listed building house on Mile End Road was a pub for more than 150 years. In early 2013 it was closed down and turned into a bed and breakfast called Ferry House Lodge Photo: Steve Reid