Did you spend nights out at the Duke of Gloucester pub in Ipswich in the 1970s?

Ipswich Star: Behind the bar at The Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974Behind the bar at The Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974 (Image: Archant)

If so, these photos from the pub in 1974 may bring back memories.

Ipswich Star: Smiling faces at The Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974Smiling faces at The Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974 (Image: Archant)

Built by Cobbolds in the 1930s as the Gainsborough estate expanded, the pub in Clapgate Lane was a very popular venue for many years.

Ipswich Star: Around the table at The Duke of Gloucester pub in Ipswich in 1974Around the table at The Duke of Gloucester pub in Ipswich in 1974 (Image: Archant)

Our photographer went along to meet some of the regulars, and our photos show some of those enjoying a drink and a chat in the pub, which was then a community hub.

Ipswich Star: Customers at the Duke of Gloucester pub in Ipswich in 1974Customers at the Duke of Gloucester pub in Ipswich in 1974 (Image: Archant)

There are plenty of smiling faces in our gallery, showing that a good time was being had by all. Can you spot your friends and relations here?

Ipswich Star: One of the customers at the Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974One of the customers at the Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974 (Image: Archant)

The Duke of Gloucester closed in 2000, marking the end of an era, and the building went on to become a children's centre.

Ipswich Star: Enjoying a pint and a chat at the Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974Enjoying a pint and a chat at the Duke of Gloucester pub in 1974 (Image: Archant)

If these photos bring back memories, email judy.rimmer@archant.co.uk

To order photos, visit our website or call Diane Townsend on 01603 772449.

Ipswich Star: A night out at the Duke of Gloucester pub in Ipswich in 1974A night out at the Duke of Gloucester pub in Ipswich in 1974 (Image: Archant)