April / May 2024

Latest News from across the Branch

Hare & Hounds becomes a ‘Proper Pub’
The Hare & Hounds reopened in April after a £286,000 refurbishment and becomes part of Stonegate’s Proper Pub estate. Inside, the pub has benefited from new fixtures, fittings, flooring & furniture throughout while the décor has been updated to give a warm welcome. The pub retains its original two-room format, with a cozy lounge for intimate gatherings, and a sports room complete with pool table & dart board. Outside, the courtyard and beer garden has also been upgraded with new benches and festoon lighting. We wish Sarah Jane every success with the popular community pub.

Fire at country pub & restaurant In the early hours of 10th May, a fire which started by an electrical appliance, ripped through the Cottage Inn in Fillongley. Fortunately, and thanks to the fire alarm system, Luke Bratchie and his family, who were asleep, managed to escape the and raise the alarm. As can be seen from the photographs, the fire brigade managed to restrict the damage to the living quarters, but it will be some time before the building can be restored and the pub and restaurant can return to normal.

Welcome to our three newest landlords The publicans game of musical chairs reveals three more appointments: Andrew & Dawn Harrison have now taken on the Manor House in Fillongley and are in the process of redecorating. A new menu is also on the cards. Not far away, also in Fillongley, Kathryne Walsh has taken charge of the Weavers Arms and is in the process of restocking the bar and reinstating the kitchen. Lucy Bates will take over at the The White Lion, in Stockingford following a seven-week shutdown while Star Pubs & Bars conduct a refurbishment.

Vacancies:

still exist for the following:

Treasurer - to look after the financial aspects of the branch.
Magazine distributor(s) – to deliver the branch magazine to Stockingford / Bedworth / Bulkington / Attleborough areas.
Pubs Officer(s) – to liaise with ALL publicans in the branch area and update CAMRA’s Pub database.
GBG (Good Beer Guide) Co-Ordinator – to ensure CAMRA’s pub database is up to date.
Social Secretary – to organize and publicize branch social events and monthly meetings.

If you are interested in any of the above positions, please contact: ku.gro.armac.notaenun@ofni