Beloved Somerset pub landlord mourned following his passing Tuesday, April 15, 2025 somerset landlord pub lee swann south west tribute community plymouth st cleer funeral The Somerset community is mourning the loss of Lee Swann, a well-loved pub landlord who managed several establishments across the South West. Lee tragically lost his battle with lung cancer on March 25, passing away at The … Read More
Reviving Keith Floyd's Legacy at The Maltsters Arms Saturday, April 12, 2025 keith floyd devon pub anton piotrowski masterchef culinary revival legacy community accommodation The Maltsters Arms, a historic pub near Totnes in Devon, is undergoing a revival under the new ownership of Erin Allgrove and Matt Clark. The pair has appointed esteemed Masterchef victor Anton Piotrowski as the executive … Read More
Experience The New Inn: A Proper Somerset Pub with a Suntrap Terrace and Sports Bar Saturday, April 12, 2025 somerset pub terrace sports drinks history events garden dog show entertainment Nestled on Bath Hill, The New Inn is a charming Grade II-listed pub that exudes the old-world charm of its late 18th-century origins. Owned by the Craft Union pub company, it seamlessly combines its historic exterior with a … Read More
Future of Closed Somerset Pub Hangs in the Balance Friday, April 11, 2025 somerset pub closure redevelopment housing economy planning conversion history council The future of the Cheddar Valley Inn in Wells, Somerset, hangs in the balance as plans have been proposed to convert the closed pub into two residential properties. The owner of the pub, Red Oak Taverns, seeks to redevelop … Read More
Community Mobilizes to Save Last Pub in Somerset Village Thursday, April 10, 2025 somerset village pub community fundraising acquisition refurbishment share offer local campaign A Somerset village is banding together to raise £450,000 in a bid to acquire and revive the only remaining pub in their area. The Britannia Inn ceased operations in June 2021 upon the retirement of long-time landlords Rob and … Read More
Reviving the Royal Oak: Somerset's Closed Pub Set for New Lease of Life Wednesday, April 9, 2025 somerset pub reopen revival owner lease venue plans historical council After three years of closure, there’s hope for the revival of the Royal Oak pub in Widcombe, Somerset. The Grade II listed venue on Summerlays Place, which has been shuttered since 2022, might soon see a new chapter … Read More