our story
about the fox
The Fox Inn, Ryton dates back over 300 years serving the residents, the local farming community, tourists, and other villages in Shropshire. Set in the beautiful village of Ryton, The Fox has stunning views over the South Shropshire Hills. Previously very successful, the current owners sadly closed the pub in September 2022. In February 2023, the community united to save its village pub and a Community Benefit Society was formed. Following a campaign of over 2 years, we secured a transformative government grant of £299,300 and raised an incredible £173,000 from our Community Share Offer. On 31 March 2025, The Fox was purchased by the community and the renovation project began.
the power of community
This campaign has brought our community together. With fantastic support from across Shropshire and beyond, our amazing fundraising team have organised pop-up pubs, quizzes, car treasure hunts, bingo nights, coffee mornings, race days, BBQs, raffles, and even a Sewing Bee finalist evening. With support from across our diverse community, these events have brought people together, fostered new friendships, raised over £10,000 and laid the foundation for our Community Pub. Thank you!
