George III 1930s

Folkestone Express 11-1-1930

Local News

At the Folkestone Police Court on Wednesday morning the Magistrates granted protection orders to Mr. William Henry Albert Best, of Canterbury, who was taking over the George the Third, in Great Fenchurch Street, and to Mr. Henry William Cork, who leaves the latter house to go to the Red Cow, Foord Road.

Folkestone Herald 25-1-1930

Local News

Tucked away in one of the narrow and crooked streets of Old Folkestone is a small and unpretentious hostelry, known as the George III Inn. This was known whilst Folkestone was yet a fishing village, where “the forefathers of the hamlet” were wont to meet and enjoy a game of cribbage, whist, all fives, or similar card games.

The last tenant of the George III was Mr. H. Cork, known far and wide as the genial and energetic Secretary of the Folkestone and District Licensed Victuallers` Association. Mr. Cork`s father was proprietor for many years before the house was taken over by his son. Mr. Cork has now left the old house in Fenchurch Street to take over another ancient Folkestone Inn, known as the Red Cow, at Foord.

Before their departure from the George III, Mr. and Mrs. Cork were the recipients of a handsome parting gift. It took the form of a beautiful inlaid mahogany clock striking the Westminster chimes. The inscription on the clock sets forth in simple and eloquent terms the reason for the gift as follows:- Presented to Mr. and Mrs. H. Cork, George III, Folkestone, from customers and friends, as a mark of esteem and appreciation. January, 1930.

Those who have the pleasure of the acquaintance of Mr. Cork and his wife will wish them both all success in their new venture.

Folkestone Express 16-7-1932

Local News

The Folkestone Magistrates on Wednesday granted the transfer of the licence of the George the Third, in Little Fenchurch Street, from Mr. William Best to Mr. George Charles Prior, the son of the proprietor of the Ship Inn, Radnor Street. The new licensee has assisted his father for some years at the Ship.

Folkestone Herald 16-7-1932

Local News

The Folkestone Licensing Magistrates granted an application for the transfer of the licence of the George III, Little Fenchurch Street, from Mr. William Best to Mr. G.C. Prior. The Chief Constable (Mr. A.S. Beesley) raised no objection, and informed the Magistrates that Mr. Prior was the son of Mr. G.W. Prior, proprietor of the Ship Inn.