The George Inn, Chardstock Explained

The George Inn is a Grade II* listed building in the village of Chardstock, England.[1]

History

The inn has been originally been a church or parish house dating back to the 15th century.[2] In 1967 it was made a listed building.[3]

The George Inn in Chardstock was closed permanently during the COVID-19 pandemic. Residents formed the George Inn Continuity Group after Chardstock Parish Council recognised it as an asset of community value.[4] They called on Historic England and East Devon District Council to intervene to save the "at risk" building.[5] The campaign was supported by local Member of Parliament Simon Jupp.[6] The inn is reportedly in poor condition.[7]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Stuff . Good . The George Public House Including Outbuilding Adjoining North East, Chardstock, Devon . 2024-08-08 . britishlistedbuildings.co.uk.
  2. Web site: Stenson . Mary . 2023-07-21 . Devon village fights to save historic pub 'in downward spiral' . 2024-08-08 . Devon Live . en.
  3. Web site: THE GEORGE PUBLIC HOUSE INCLUDING OUTBUILDING ADJOINING NORTH EAST, Chardstock - 1333537 Historic England . 2024-08-08 . historicengland.org.uk . en.
  4. Web site: Evans . Francesca . 2022-12-07 . Chardstock residents fight for future of dilapidated village pub . 2024-08-08 . Axminster Nub News . en.
  5. Web site: Stenson . Mary . 2023-12-12 . Decaying Devon pub could be declared 'at risk' . 2024-08-08 . Devon Live . en.
  6. Web site: 2024-06-04 . I'm backing Chardstock's campaign to reopen The George Inn . 2024-08-08 . Simon Jupp . en.
  7. Web site: 13 December 2023 . Devon pub 'in downward spiral' could be declared at risk by Historic England . ITV News.

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