Hello Norwich, my name is Ken Black and in 1962/63 I was assistant manager at The Sampson & Hercules Ballroom. I remember this and the people of Norwich with great affection. I am a Geordie (this may ring a bell with some people) living now 12 miles west of Alnwick Northumberland on the edge of the Cheviot Hills.
I would love to hear from any of the staff or old customers who may remember me or indeed anyone who remembers the good times we all had at The Sampson & Hercules. I wonder how many relationships that were started there ended up in marriage ? It was a great way to meet people. Who could resist a smooch around the floor with a beautiful woman whilst listening to the Ken Stevens Big Band. Happy days, and we had many of them.
Sadly I hear that the old Sampson & Hercules is to be redeveloped as a site for housing. I just hope they retain the front of the building as it is of great historic interest to Norwich.
I can be contacted at kenneth_black@hotmail.com
Best wishes to Norwich and its lovely people.
Ken
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