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Wolvercote Pub Faces Ruin After Devastating Burglary
12 Jan
Summary
- A community pub was burglarized on Sunday morning, losing cash and equipment.
- The theft poses an existential threat to the pub's continued operation.
- The pub serves as a vital community hub for various local initiatives.
A burglary at The White Hart community pub in Wolvercote, Oxfordshire, has left the establishment facing a "potentially existential threat." The incident, which occurred around 03:00 GMT on Sunday, saw thieves steal a significant amount of cash and IT equipment.
Voluntary director Alasdair Burchill described the event as a "devastating blow" to the pub, which has been a "success story" and serves as a crucial base for community initiatives like a warm space and meeting point for local teams.
The theft occurs amid broader challenges for pubs, with landlords anticipating potential increases in business rates. Burchill expressed anxiety over operating with small margins, emphasizing the critical damage the stolen assets could inflict on the pub's future.
