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Jilly Cooper Calendar Saves Historic Village Pub
8 Jan
Summary
- Villagers pose for a Jilly Cooper-themed calendar to fund pub renovations.
- The calendar has already sold worldwide, reaching Alaska and New Zealand.
- Fundraisers have gathered £25,000 towards the refurbishment target.
Residents of Brockweir in the Wye Valley are undertaking an imaginative fundraising campaign to renovate their sole remaining pub. The listed building, closed for five years, is the subject of a calendar featuring villagers recreating scenes inspired by Jilly Cooper's novels.
This creative initiative, organized by the Brockweir Inn Friends and Fundraisers, has already achieved significant success, with calendar sales extending globally. The group has also managed to raise £25,000 through various events and an auction, contributing to the overall refurbishment fund.
Planning permission for the renovations was recently granted, a welcome development for the community benefit society. Donations of materials and furniture have also begun, reflecting a strong sense of community involvement and shared purpose in revitalizing this historic local establishment.
