The Golden Fleece still hosts the occasional live music, including performances from the Surrey Songwriter’s Showcase, but is possibly better known for its Thai food.

In ’82, The Vulgar Bros played there, arriving early and holding an impromptu practice in the van! The Innocence were rehearsing slightly west at the Village Hall, Tilford in the Summer of ’84 and nipped over to The Golden Fleece to play.

This Breed of Heroes at The Golden Fleece Xmas Special December 1985. Picture courtesy of Bruno Bannerman.

At Christmas, in ’85, This Breed of Heroes, who had a regular monthly spot at the pub, held a Xmas Special. We are also aware that local band Bowler used to rehearse and play there, and that Nikki Papas rolled through almost weekly from 2 October to 18 December ’87, which marked the end a 16-year weekly residency at the Golden Fleece. Jumping ahead five years, Love Match performed there on 20 September ’92.

Gallery:

This Breed of Heroes at The Golden Fleece Xmas Special December 1985. Picture courtesy of Bruno Bannerman.
Nicky ends a 16 year residency at the Golden Fleece, Elstead – Soundscene 17 Dec 1987.
The Golden Fleece, Elstead