Final push for support - press release 5th Feb
A previously thriving country pub, The Fox Inn, Ryton has been closed for over a year and yet a determined group of local people have been working hard to purchase and reopen it as a vibrant Community Pub and café.
The Friends of the Fox Inn have been encouraged by The Community Ownership Fund to reapply for funding to help secure the purchase of the Fox Inn. “They have asked for more details showing we have sufficient funds from the community to make the vision a reality” said David Oliver, Chairman. “Support from the local community has been tremendous. We have already received pledges to buy shares in our Community Pub of £117,000, with promises of more. Furthermore, local tradespeople and businesses have come forward offering free labour and materials. We have raised over £5,000 from a series of fundraising events. As a result, we are more than halfway there. We want to thank the people who have already offered their support and persuade others to join us”.
On Wednesday 21st February, there will be a Public Meeting and pop-up pub at Ryton Village Hall to launch the final push to secure the necessary funding.
Helen May, Secretary, commented on the enthusiasm shown by both locals and visitors. “Our website and Facebook page have attracted many comments and offers of support. With over 100 people turning up to events ranging from quizzes and Car Treasure Hunt to a Great British Sewing Bee talk, the people of Shropshire have shown how much they want to see The Fox reopened as a Community Pub and café.
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