The Corporation Arms has permanently closed A family-run pub has become the latest in a long line of Covid casualties. The Corporation Arms in Longridge, or as it is affectionately know by locals as The Corper, announced it would be closing for good, citing unachievable rents and ongoing Covid restrictions making it impossible for them to survive. The pub, on Lower Road, not only served food and drink, but had a function room, five en-suite bed and breakfast rooms and hosted regular quiz nights and beer festivals. Posting on Facebook last week, the team at The Corper wrote: Unfortunately our time at The Corper has come to an end.
Sadness as the Corporation Arms closes for good due to rent hikes and Covid restrictions
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Top pub team announce they cannot reopen post lockdown
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Grimsby pub landlord phones her regulars as she admits lockdown is driving her stir crazy
Donna Ferguson can t wait to eventually reopen The Corporation Arms
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Donna Ferguson, landlady of The Corporation Arms longing to have customers back (Image: Grimsby Live)
A pub landlord has been phoning her regular punters in lockdown as she admits being unable to open up is impacting on her and her customers.
Donna Ferguson of The Corporation Arms can’t wait until the industry is given the go ahead to eventually reopen and promises a party atmosphere when it is safe to do so.
Running a pub is more than just serving thirsty punters – many thrive on the social aspect of the business, becoming friends with regulars and providing a listening ear.