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Pub campaigners are urging people to support their locals during a ‘challenging climate’, as residents react to the return of a much-missed closed establishment.
The Royal Mail Cart in Spalding will soon be serving customers once more after the new owners announced it would re-open later this summer.
Chair of Fenland CAMRA (Campaign for Real Ale) Malcolm Phillips was thrilled to hear the Pinchbeck Road pub had been taken over by a fresh face, but urges residents to support the venue in an era of convenience.
Malcolm, who has been a member of CAMRA since 1974, believes pubs are a vital part of the community and need fighting for.
He said: “It’s great to hear people are still interested in going to pubs.
“Increased costs have made it much trickier for pubs to run and, as a result of the cost of living crisis, people can’t afford to go out either – its a very challenging climate.
“Pubs are the last socialising place in a lot of villages and need to be saved.
“CAMRA is running a campaign to save them from disappearing.
“A number of venues across the UK are now attempting to set up community groups to take over pubs and I think that should be applauded because, in many cases, it may be the only thing saving them.”
Just four months after the popular site closed its doors, readers have shared their excitement of the good news – with many looking forward to seeing its return.
Commenting under the Lincolnshire Free Press and Spalding Guardian Facebook page, the new team were gaining lots of support from new and old customers.
Jane Major said: “Congratulations to you for what sounds like an amazing future for the Mail Cart, hope it’s a great success.”
Nicola Peck was delighted and said: “This is amazing news, see you soon.”
Lots of regulars were also showing their support by commenting UTC (up the cart) and were wishing the owners good luck.
With a vision to‘bring the buzz back to town’, Padriag Hughes of Gosberton and former general manager, Sarah Cox, hope to create a community hot spot for local talent, good food and lively entertainment.
The duo want to highlight and support upcoming musicians and artists with various open mic evenings, song contests, live entertainment, karaoke and musical bingo.
One resident spoke highly of Mr Hughes and believes he can bring a positive influence to the venue.
Billy McNeill wrote: “I met Paddy on an open mic night in town. He’s a great guy and can only bring positive vibes and lots of humour to our once thriving town. Best of luck to you!”
Keith Sinclair recommended the team hosts a bike night, whilst Mark Dalton hope the Sunday carvery would make a return to the menu.
An anonymously account commented under the Lincs Online article and wrote: “Good to see a pub re opening, lets hope it gets the support it deserves.”
The Royal Mail Cart is set to re-open mid August.
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