Beaming with character, individuality and history - The Locks is a favoured watering hole across East Anglia.

Eastern Daily Press: Waveney Conker championships at Geldeston Locks.Waveney Conker championships at Geldeston Locks.

The pub in Geldeston, near Beccles has hosted traditional events such as May Day and the Solstice, as well as sharing their love for folk music and dwile flonking. As Grain Brewery celebrate the refurbishment of the venue, we took a look at the history of the homely pub.

Eastern Daily Press: Waveney Valley Conkers Tournament at the Geldeston Locks Inn.Picture: James BassWaveney Valley Conkers Tournament at the Geldeston Locks Inn.Picture: James Bass (Image: Archant Norfolk © 2015)

Eastern Daily Press: Members of the British Sub Aqua Club at Geldeston Locks during the 1950s.Members of the British Sub Aqua Club at Geldeston Locks during the 1950s. (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: This charming photo of a quintet of happy ramblers was captured by our camera in 1958, just outside the Geldeston Locks pub near Beccles.This charming photo of a quintet of happy ramblers was captured by our camera in 1958, just outside the Geldeston Locks pub near Beccles. (Image: Archant)

Eastern Daily Press: The Locks pub in Geldeston has had a stunning transformation since Gran's Brewery takeover. Picture: Victoria PertusaThe Locks pub in Geldeston has had a stunning transformation since Gran's Brewery takeover. Picture: Victoria Pertusa (Image: Archant)