Urbex ~ The Chequers Inn Ale House & Hotel

[@lisaalderman841]

Just watching omg this is unique pickles in jar still. Preserved fantastic nice to know it's gonna be renovated but sad in another way cos lots of people like you want to.explore bless you.keep going back please sit down on floor or chair take time to see if you can get into world they lived in bless you its in you're hands make the most of each.journey you're so lucky bless you're heart and soul. Thankyou so much for Sharing this always remember you're rich in everything you do but always stay safe bless you. Always

[@catherinehutchinson6099]

Feeling so nostalgic, had some of the best times of my life working at this hotel. Mr Thacker was the manager, he was fantastic. I was 18 came down from Newcastle with my friend Dorothy. The hotel is haunted and at times could be quite frightening especially starting a shift at 5 in the morning on the corridors on your own .

[@petrotl]

Beautiful leaded windows beautiful hardware on them too, so many stairwells, last call for alcohol, great video!

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks Terri, love exploring these older buildings.....glad you enjoyed it.

[@agrimonyscrafts2089]

I love these old places. They have beautiful character. I am so very glad you took the time to show this. I have never been out ogf the US and have always wanted to travel and now I can with you. Thanks again and God Bless. Looking forward for the next one.

[@AbandonedUK]

Thank you so very much, so glad you enjoyed it & left your kind words.....Seasonal Greetings!

[@6145822]

I can see that place from my house ....nice to see it being done up at last

[@jimmyhappysmith204]

Thank you so much for taking such a risk to tour this historic hotel under cover of darkness. I'm grateful no harm came to you.

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks.....I could not pass up this explore on an early sunday (when is most likely to be quiet) Exploring alone....really hightens the senses & you can sometimes hear your heartbeat......you really do know when your not alone!

[@HerocratesHelloagainfromruralN]

Hello again from rural New Hampshire. Outstandingly wonderful visit! Thank you so much. I'm touring the UK vicariously through you. Peace and be safe.

[@AbandonedUK]

Thank you so very much....so glad that you & others enjoy my little explorations....feedback is always an added bonus....wish i could find more like this one. Regards AUK

[@ospreyyy1]

That is good news! There was a gang of us, who worked at Gatwick that always went there..always a good time.

[@AbandonedUK]

Worked Gatwick myself for a short while (summer special) parking bus service & a couple of local bus companies.....our paths have probably crossed ;) lol

[@ospreyyy1]

Too funny! lol...small world. I worked in the VIP Departure Lounge/ Bar ..We had a blast...seeing celebrities...and just having fun. I worked also for Ward Air Canada..Ground Staff.. I remember there was a bus that took us home when we were on the late shift. Did you drive one of those buses? One driver name was Colin. ..I lived on Lee St in Horley. Cheers!

[@TheStwat]

Amazing. Thank you so much for this.

[@joebrown1382]

Beautiful old historic building. With the proper renovation & some upgrades it can be the jewel it once was. Would be a shame to raise it. Keep us updated. Enjoyed the video.

[@AbandonedUK]

Will return for sure once renovations are completed........Thanks so very much!

[@rolfsinkgraven]

A very nice explore Steve, a lot too see and love the glimpses of that old building, i have been in some of those kind of buildings when i was in England so i know how they look in daylight, but i'm happy too see they are going to restore this one, thnx for the pictures at the end.

[@AbandonedUK]

Cheers Rolf.....don't find many like this one....really glad you enjoyed my dawn raid (return) & my stills from my camera phone.

[@juliepownall2000]

hi thanks for the upload v interesting it seemed eerie in there as if you weren't alone spooky glad it's being renovated we need our pubs 😊

[@AbandonedUK]

Glad you enjoyed the explore. I explored this location twice...hence the sun light stills & I really did feel I was the only person there at the time...apart from a few old spirits;).....cheers!

[@barbaraselden6330]

Great explore 👍

[@AbandonedUK]

Thank You Barbara

[@carolynhollingworth5905]

great explore as always.xx

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks! tis much appreciated:)

[@crazyfloating1]

Is it just me or does anyone else want to see more of the building instead of just the junk that is Left Behind in it?

[@joebrown1382]

I live in the US but I would like to see works in progress. Beautiful historic tudor building.

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks guys...Is on my list for an update once restored....may even buy a beer;)

[@Northcoast4dees]

great vid, its weird I didn't see any rat droppings, I live in the states where a place abandoned that long the rats most certainly would have found that after dinner candy and went to town on it. cheers

[@AbandonedUK]

Didn't cross my mind.....Rats!.....I wasn't even bothered with the dead.....I fear only the living:) Thanks for veiwing/commenting.

[@lindamesa4941]

your voice sounds like Rufus Sewell ! nice !

[@stuartcertain6363]

I do like the 'watch out for pickpockets' sign. A nice example of the sign-painters art. It looks older than the directional room signs, which point upstairs. Hard to know how old it is. Maybe 1940's or 50's? I do hope that's kept and incorporated into the renovation.

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks Stuart, The oldest reference i could find was from 'British History Online' On the outskirts of the parish, a mile to the north of the church, are one or two old cottages close to the blacksmith's forge, and close by is a picturesque old inn, with the sign of 'The Chequers,' parts of which are of the 16th century. www.british-history.ac.uk/vch/surrey/vol3/pp200-208 The buildings has been much altered over the years....but was an old coaching inn on the London to Brighton Turnpike.

[@stuartcertain6363]

Thanks for that link, Steve. Very informative. A Merry Christmas to You!

[@elizabethhenry6605]

It would have been criminal to demolish a building with that all that history behind it and I'm so glad it's only being renovated now. Excellent explore, thanks for filming it in what must have been a pretty creepy hour of the morning. Great work, as always!

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks Elizabeth....the pub part of the hoel is grade II listed...(protected) So will be preserved/restored.....am hoping to visit again once open for business....Always appreciate your feedback!

[@antman5474]

That brought back some memories, I recall the pickpocket sign and the stained glass windows in the door, that and beer of course. On a different note, what's the deal on that really old house on the junction of Ifield rd and Peglar way in Crawley, I've never known it to be occupied and I'm going back thirty years plus. I thought maybe you'd know something. cheers

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks! Building on that corner in Crawley is now 'The Apex Apartments' Affordable housing....for someone!! ;)

[@antman5474]

thanks for that. good to know it's back in use after so long.

[@davideo1954]

Thanks for sharing your videos! I live in USA now but my dear old Gran used to live on Runnymede Rd. Egham and we lived on Hythe Rd. in Staines. Is this anywhere near your stomping grounds? Take care

[@collidingplanetsexploring6630]

What an amazing find Steve. Can't believe how good the condition is. Did you save me any of those pickled gherkins...lol.

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks Wayne.....sorry I ate them all them pickles.....ooh me guts! ;) lol best regards....AUK

[@NZealandKiwi]

Depressing what's been allowed to happen to this place

[@AbandonedUK]

Lot's of work involved with this one, think it should be open again very soon. not my cup of tea?

[@catherinehutchinson6099]

My name was Catherine Cavanagh . I would like to get in touch with anyone who worked in the 70s .

[@ospreyyy1]

I know the Chequers! It was one of the Pubs I went to when I lived in Horley.. I could tell you some stories of ghosts...lol. Yes I was sober..lol. When did it go under?

[@AbandonedUK]

Thanks Eileen! It went under in November 2013, but is now undergoing restoration.

[@catherinehutchinson6099]

Hi Eileen, I worked at the hotel and we also had a few experiences with the ghosts, there’s a big house across the road some of the female staff lived in it , that also had a very bad ghostly presence in the attic bedroom.

[@catherinehutchinson6099]

Hi I’m looking for anyone who worked at The Chequers Hotel in 1971 -1972 thanks

[@lisaalderman841]

Cherish every moment I'n every place you go cos them moments never come back its called hold you're dreams a dying person I sat with.told me this il take saying to my.grave

[@davideo1954]

When it opens again I suppose it will be “Compleat with ye olde ghosties” In your travels have you experienced anything supernatural that scared you that you couldn’t explain? I have an open mind but I wonder if these hauntings are sometimes associated with advertising...👻🦇👀

[@cliveevans8221]

Why do they trash the place..what's the point...vandals Don give a damn