Tucked away in the upper reaches of Matlock, and not that far from those other sylvan pubs The Thorn Tree and The Sycamore, the Laburnum may have closed it doors for the last time tonight. The owners, Admiral, have given the landlord, Ian, notice to quit, and despite all his hard work and enthusiasm the business is up for sale.
Very much a local local, this pub has panoramic views over the Derwent valley as well as a nearly-unique name (only one other in England, according to Google). The pub played host to a wide range of clubs and societies, all of which are now homeless - another example of how pubco greed is doing its bit for the 'Big Society'.
It joins the growing number of pubs in Matlock which have closed in the past year, including the Gate on Smedley Street East and the Horseshoe at Matlock Green.
It'll be a shame if it stays shut - a good drinkers' pub with a landlord who clearly cared about providing good beer.
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