🎉 **Cheers or Jeers? The Debate Over Llannefydd Pub’s New Hours!** 🍻
Conwy’s beloved Hawk and Buckle pub is at the centre of a lively debate as it seeks to extend its opening hours. While many locals are raising their glasses in support, a couple of residents have raised concerns about anti-social behaviour. 🍹
Paul Harris, the pub’s director, is pushing to extend serving hours from 11pm to midnight and keep the doors open until 1am. He’s even aiming for a 2am close on New Year’s Eve! Harris argues this modest change will better accommodate diners and bolster community events. 🎶
However, some residents have sounded the alarm bells. Complaints about noisy patrons and unfortunate incidents involving vomit have dampened the spirits for a few. One resident noted the nuisance caused by rowdy revellers, while visitor Marian B Hughes voiced worries about the pub’s proximity to the serene cemetery and historic church. 🤔
Harris has reassured locals, emphasising the incident was a one-off, insisting the pub’s responsible management is key to its success. With pubs closing nationwide, he sees the extended hours as vital for sustaining this cherished community hub. 🏡
Many villagers agree, like Nansi Davies, who celebrated the pub as “an important part of the local community.” Amy Moss echoed this sentiment, calling it “the heart of the community” and essential for small places like Llannefydd to thrive. 💪
The council’s licensing sub-committee is set to discuss this spirited issue. Will they toast to the pub’s request or pour cold water on the plans? Stay tuned! 🥂
What do you think? Should The Hawk and Buckle be allowed to extend their hours, or are the residents’ concerns justified? 🤷♀️ Let us know in the comments!