Names of our oldest pubs can often tell a story about the town or village in which they stand and that is the case with the Wildman in Sproughton.

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The name of the Bramford Road pub derives from a local legend about a hermit who lived in nearby woods.

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The pub was built in the 16th century and is still part of the community today.

East Anglian Daily Times: Nice evening drink inside the pub in 1974 Picture: ARCHANTNice evening drink inside the pub in 1974 Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

A large restaurant area dominates the interior, while it has traditional pub games and a beer garden.

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Here we look back to 1974 with these nostalgic pictures.

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Were you a regular punter at the pub in the 1970s? Or is it your local now?

East Anglian Daily Times: Can you name this duo from that night in 1974? Picture: ARCHANTCan you name this duo from that night in 1974? Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

Do these photos evoke memories of days gone by?

East Anglian Daily Times: Inside the Wildman in 1974 Picture: ARCHANTInside the Wildman in 1974 Picture: ARCHANT (Image: Archant)

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