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Village Rallies to Save Historic Pub
23 Aug
Summary
- Residents are raising funds to buy and reopen a closed local pub.
- The pub is on the market for £550,000 and has community asset status.
- Over 340 people have registered their support for the initiative.
The Ship Inn, a once-central social hub in the Lincolnshire village of Surfleet Seas End, is facing potential community acquisition after closing more than a year ago. The property is currently listed for sale at £550,000.
A local community group, known as Shipmates, has initiated a fundraising effort to purchase and reopen the establishment. They have successfully had The Ship Inn designated as an Asset of Community Value. This designation provides the group with a crucial opportunity to delay the sale and place their own community bid.
Mark Newlands of Shipmates highlighted the pub's significance as a former center for socializing, events, celebrations, and classes. He noted the strong positive feedback from initial meetings, with 340 residents registering their support. The group aims to restore the pub as a central community asset, extending its role beyond just dining and drinking.
