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Pledge your support

What is a pledge?  This is your opportunity to indicate the number of shares you might purchase, or donations you might make towards raising funds to buy The Fox Inn.  It is non-binding: you are not entering into any obligation at this point in time.  

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Why pledge?  It gives the Steering Team and funding bodies an indication of the commitment from the community and the amount of money that could be raised.

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Background

We believe that the Fox Inn is a vital community asset and that its value and benefits will be best preserved if owned and run by a Community Benefit Society like ours. We have a unique opportunity to become owners of an important part of our local heritage.  And to achieve our vision, we need to raise money to purchase the property, renovate the building and develop the project.
 

The key source of funding will come from the local community, who, alongside the wider public, will be able to purchase shares in the Community Benefit Society to become members and have a say in how it runs.  If needed, we will also be looking to access a variety of grants such as the Reach Fund, and loans from Local and National Government, independent and charitable trusts including the Northern Impact Fund and Community Enterprise Fund

 

Where do I find out more?  For further information, please see our Frequently Ased Questions document.  Ahead of the share sale we will publish a full Business Plan and Share Prospectus to give you all the information you need to make your final decision. The draft Business Plan (April 2024) is available (see link on right of page)

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How can I submit my pledge form? 

  • complete on-line 

  • scan and email

  • drop off at Dorrington Stores

  • post to Wysteria House, Ryton, SY5 7LS

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"Coming from a local farming family, a village pub offers a welcoming, social space which is much-needed in our rural community.  This is why I will be buying a share in our Community Pub." Kait S

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"I believe both supporting Local is important as well as stopping the demise of country pubs as once they go, they never come back. Country pubs are part of what defines us as being British and we must hold on to this legacy. In this instance, The Fox Inn is a gem and we cannot let it slide from our fingers." Gary D

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"The village will always hold a special place in the heart of our family. Supporting the community effort by buying a share of The Fox Inn would be a small thank you to the heart of Ryton.  Claire C.

The Fox Inn Community Pub

Ownership

  • Community Benefit Society

  • Shares purchased by over 200 people

  • 1 vote per member

  • Management Committee appointed

  • Annual General Meeting

Management

  • ​​Live-in General Manager

  • Chef

  • Part time bar staff

  • Volunteer-run café & shop



     

The Fox

  • New roof & solar panels

  • Compliant

  • Kitchen extended & installed

  • Flat renovated

  • Downstairs decorated

  • Disability access 

  • Terrace transformed

The Offering

  • Social & meeting place

  • High standard food

  • Local ale

  • Extended Sunday lunch

  • Community Café

  • Pop-up shop

  • Parcel drop off
     

Community Benefit Society

  • The Fox Inn Ryton Community Pub Limited is a Community Benefit Society, FCA Registration no. 9051

  • Governed by The Plunkett Foundation Model Rules for community Ownership

  • The Society has shares of £250 each – purchasers of shares become Members of the Society

  • We have received HMRC advanced assurance that tax payers can receive tax rebate under Seed Enterprise Investment Scheme (SEIS). ref: WMBC/I&R/9690624155/VCRT

  • Shares are not withdrawable in the first 3 years 

  • The Management Committee hopes to distribute interest on shares after the first 3 years

  • The Management Committee is be elected by the Members

  • An annual return will be prepared, shared with members, and sent to the FCA

  • An Annual General Meeting for members will be held

Pledging to the Fox Inn Community Pub

Help us secure the future of our much-loved 17th century public house and bring it back to life as a vibrant, inclusive and sustainable community hub.  Be part of something amazing!

 

To pledge to the Fox Inn Ryton Community Pub Limited, please complete the form below.  If you require a hard copy or have any questions, contact us at rytonvillagecommunitygroup@gmail.com.  Your response will be confidential and retained only by the Secretary and Treasurer of the Management Committee.  FAQs are available on our website: www.the-fox-at-ryton.co.uk

Each share is £250.  You can purchase more than 1 share. *

If you would like to make a monetary donation towards the purchase of The Fox Inn, please indicate the amount you might donate. *  

 

*This is non-binding, and is only to provide to us an indication of the funds we will raise.

How would you like to be contacted

Thank you for completing your pledge. The Friends of The Fox team are truly grateful for your support. We will update you on progress with the pledge and contact you again to advise on how you can buy the share(s) you have pledged or make our donation.

 

Contact us with any questions at rytonvillagecommunitygroup@gmail.com or

call Helen on 07813 786859

The Fox Inn Ryton Community Pub Limited is registered with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA registration number 9051) under the Co-operative and Community Benefit Societies Act 2014 as a Community Benefit Society

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