Yet after calling last orders in 2009 a pub and hotel steeped in history has remained boarded up on the High Street in Lowestoft ever since.

The changing face of The Crown Hotel in Lowestoft over the years - when the venue was open. Picture: Google Images (Image: Google Images) But now the spotlight has been shone on The Crown Hotel once more - as urgent calls for action are made over a building that dates back to the 17th Century.

A well-attended meeting in Lowestoft discussed the sorry rundown state that the Grade II listed building has been left in.

The changing face of The Crown Hotel in Lowestoft over the years - when the venue was closed. Picture: Google Images (Image: Google Images) Lowestoft MP Jess Asato joined with local historians, numerous community groups, stakeholders as well as officials from East Suffolk Council,

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