THE third anniversary of the Raven Inn Community Pub is fast approaching, on the 12th of August, with a second chance to invest in the community pub at Glazebury, Warrington.
The Raven shareholders committed just under £200,000 in the original share offer. This funded the renovation of the community pub, including a completely new kitchen.
There are still shares available from the original share offer.The Raven will now make those shares available.
Spokesperson Peter Sturman says,“After three years, a lot of Community pubs give their community a second opportunity to invest in their community pub.
Sadly some of our original shareholders are no longer with us. New people have moved into the area. Also anyone who wasn’t sure about the viability of a community pub, back in the day, now has the evidence of the last three years.
“You are not going to make a fortune, although you will be able to claim 30% tax relief on your investment (providing that investment is for at least three years). If you invest at least £500, you will be entitled to 10% discount at the Raven.
“What you will get is you will become part of a community adventure at the heart of our villages.
“You will be buying shares in your own community – keeping a community asset alive for all to enjoy.
“If you wish, you can help out in the pub. Some of our current shareholders help out front of house, clean the windows, cut the grass, organise the weekly quiz, run events, and most importantly they become our most loyal customers.
“Any funds raised will be invested in the Raven. That could be replacing worn out equipment, purchasing different equipment, repairing / replacing infrastructure, for example.
Peter added: “We want to build on what has been achieved. This community pub adventure really is a marathon, not a sprint.
Now is the time to have some new energy and ideas added to the mix.
“Anyone thinking about becoming a shareholder has the ideal opportunity to see what it is all about, this month.
“We have many special events to mark our third anniversary.”
On the 9th The Raven hosts the NHS Ride of Thanks in aid of ‘The Greater Manchester Blood Bikes charity’.
Regular patrons will know all about the Greek night, on Saturday 15th August. The brainchild of shareholder Yannis Nicolaidis and now an annual favourite.
Not only a fantastic evening, but also an example of how shareholders can and do become part of the community adventure.
The 3rd anniversary party for the Raven is on Friday 21st. The Harper beos return for the biggest and best feel good Friday to date.
Anyone interested in becoming part of the Raven Inn adventure, please contact the Raven Inn Management Committee at info@theraveninn.org
