Exciting news from Pembrokeshire! The £200k makeover plans for the former Carpenters Arms pub in Cosheston have hit pause as councillors plan to visit the site themselves. The proposal includes the removal of chimney stacks and adding a front porch and garden wall, but the chimney situation has sparked a bit of debate. Planning officers are split, approving the porch and wall but not the chimney removal, saying it harms the area’s historic vibe. Meanwhile, the Cosheston Community Council seems unbothered, though some locals have raised concerns about preserving the village’s heritage.
The applicants, a teacher and plumber, have invested a hefty sum in revamping the property. They removed the chimneys citing safety concerns, but questions about the accuracy of planning documents have emerged. Advocate Andrew Vaughan-Harries highlighted that while other chimneys in the area have quietly vanished, it’s sparked discussion on whether the stacks should make a comeback.
Simon Hancock, a local councillor and history enthusiast, declared Cosheston a gem of south Pembrokeshire and urged a rethink on the chimneys to honour its charm. The decision now awaits a councillor-led site visit. Stay tuned as we follow this transformation journey and see what the future holds for this historic spot!