Sited on Church Walk opposite the junction with St Marks Street, the Elwes Hall was better known for hosting local playgoers than bands but deserves recognition if only for hosting a 1964 gig featuring legendary rock ‘n roller Gene Vincent !

Elwes Hall in the early 1960s, shortly before its closure in 1967
Elwes Hall in the early 1960s, shortly before its closure in 1967

 

Elwes Hall Beat Club membership card from the 1960s
Elwes Hall Beat Club membership card from the 1960s