Published 24 February Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Locals have launched a bid to bring Britain’s remotest mainland pub into community ownership. The Old Forge in Inverie sits on the Knoydart Peninsula in Lochaber. The only way of reaching the village – and its pub – is by walking 18 miles (29km) or making a seven-mile (11km) sea crossing. The pub’s owner told residents in January of their intention to sell up, and following a consultation locals say they are keen to buy it. The Guinness World Records lists The Old Forge as the “remotest pub in mainland Britain”. Jacqui Wallace, co-chair of the steering group leading the community bid, said the premises played a vital role in the area. She said: “Pubs are at the heart of every community and it is no different in Knoydart. “As well as the obvious economic benefits, more than anything we are focussing on the positive social and environmental impacts we could make if the buyout is successful.” Ms Wallace said that under the ownership model, profits would be reinvested back into the community for projects to benefit locals and visitors alike. Of the 110 local residents, more than 30… Read full this story
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