Historic village pub near Bristol which lost almost £40k because of roadworks announces closure date
A historic village pub near Bristol which says it lost £38,000 in revenue because of roadworks has announced its closure date.
The Old Inn in Congresbury will close on Friday, August 15, following the departure of its landlords of five years, Ricky Baillie and his partner Kailem.
It comes after BristolWorld reported that the couple had decided to leave the 16th-century inn after roadworks on A370 were the ‘final nail in the coffin’ as ‘customers just couldn’t get to them’.
In a Facebook post from Kirstie, who also helps run the Punch Taverns-owned pub, she wrote: “Friday night will be the last night we will be open.
“This departure date is a lot sooner than expected but something completely outside of our control.
“I have absolutely loved running this pub. It’s a beautiful pub with a lot of history, situated in a fantastic village and we definitely have the best bunch of people drinking in here.
“In the short time I’ve been here I’ve met many special people and made some friends for life. I will be sad to leave the bar.
“The pubco will put a holding manager in whilst they find new landlords for the lease so please continue to support this fabulous pub.
“So let’s celebrate Friday and drink the stock dry.”