The sudden closure of a popular community pub in Micheldever has caused both concern over its future and sadness for its publicans.
In an announcement yesterday (10th May) Paula and Andy published a statement commencing with "With enormous sadness we have ceased to trade with immediate effect".
The pub has a long history, being a drovers inn dating back to 1703. It had been saved by the local community after Greene King put it up for sale in 2018. It reopened just three years ago after a Community Benefit Society was formed and many hours of hard work were spent by local people renovating the premises with the aims of creating a vibrant community hub. It was subsequently bought by two local businessmen and the tenant built up a very popular business catering for all needs.
With its excellent food, cosy country ambience, the friendly hospitality and a lovely garden, the Half Moon and Spread Eagle had become a popular destination, making the closure even more surprising.
The Future
It is currently not known what the plans are for the pub. Hopefully it will reopen although there are are other threats lurking. Let us hope plans are made that keep it available as a pub for both Micheldever and the those who visit the area.
The publicans are wished all the best and are thanked for all the good times many have enjoyed in the pub.
Below is their full statement.
