Kelly and Simon Hill have been at the Tavern now for just over four years and have made a positive change to the business, So much so that, pub owners, St Austell Brewery, awarded them the accolade of ‘Best Turnaround Pub 2020’.
The pub is not in a rural setting but tucked away on a big estate which very much has its own community. Being about a mile and a half away from the main town, means that the pub relies on the local trade from families and the community, which is why the couple made a request for some financial help for a community play area.
Project Summary:
To prepare the ground and purchase some play equipment that could be erected in the secure pub garden for the children of both the local customers and community/ families to use under the correct supervision.
Outcomes so far:
Due to the Covid-19 lockdown the play area has only just starting to be used in a limited way.
Lessons to Learn:
Kelly and Simon engaged local businesses to prepare the ground work; supply and erect the play equipment; and to finish off the project with some fencing to keep the money spent within the local economy.
Project Costs:
| Contribution from Licensee | £3,068 |
| Community Services Grant from Pub is The Hub | £3,000 |
| Total Project Costs | £6,068 |