Central Inn, Newquay
| Central Inn | |
|---|---|
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| Former names | Central Hotel Commercial Hotel |
| Alternative names | The Central |
| General information | |
| Location | Newquay, Cornwall |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year(s) built | 18th century 1859 (rebuilt) |
| Owner | St Austell Brewery |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | John Ennor (1859) |
| Website | |
| https://thecentralnewquay.co.uk/ | |
The Central Inn (commonly known as The Central) is a pub and restaurant located in Central Square, Newquay, Cornwall, United Kingdom. With origins dating back to the 18th century, it is one of the town’s most prominent and long-standing Inns The pub is owned and operated by St Austell Brewery.[1]
History
An inn has existed on the site since at least 1755.[2] The original structure was a freestone building with a thatched roof, later replaced with slate. By the mid-19th century, the building had fallen into disrepair and was subsequently rebuilt in 1859. During this time, the inn was known as the Commercial Inn, a name reflecting its importance as a stop for merchants and travelers to the settlement.
In as early as 1802, travelling preachers of the Bible Christian movement of William O'Bryan were entertained at the Inn.[3]
In the early 20th century, the establishment became known as the Central Hotel, before eventually adopting its current name, The Central Inn.
References
- ^ "The Central, Newquay | St Austell Brewery". thecentralnewquay.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ Kate, Newell (April 2003). "Cornwall and Scilly Urban Survey Historic characterisation for regeneration: Newquay" (PDF).
- ^ SWIFT, WESLEY F., ed. (June 1956). Proceedings of the Wesley Historical Society. Wesley Historical Society. p. 121.