🎯 Watch Out, Business Owners! 🎯
Heads up, local pubs and eateries! The Ship in the picturesque village of Solva, Pembrokeshire, has sent out a cautionary tale after allegedly being hit by a “dine and dash” incident last Friday. Imagine serving up a delicious £185 meal for a party of eight, only for them to vanish without paying! 😱
Landlord Simon Green, who runs the pub alongside his wife, revealed that incidents like these can be devastating for small, independent businesses. “That was probably about half our profit for the evening,” he shared, highlighting the thin margins many pubs work with.
The unfortunate event unfolded when a group of four adults and four children enjoyed their meals, which included tempting three-course options like burgers and fish and chips. As the group left around 8pm, one man attempted to pay with Apple Pay, but it failed. He promised to return the next day to settle the bill—spoiler alert—he didn’t.
Simon took to social media to share a picture of one of the alleged culprits with a cheeky caption: “This delightful person and his family had £185 worth of food and drink for free.” While no police report was filed, the ordeal serves as a crucial reminder for other businesses to consider taking payment up-front when suspecting any dodgy behaviour. 🧐
If you’re ever in Solva, The Ship is a must-visit! This charming pub, dating back to the 1800s, is famous for its real ales and has earned a solid four-star rating on Google with nearly 180 reviews. 🍻
Support your local pubs and stay vigilant, folks! 🔍