Colin James 1,925 Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 I noticed that the Treacle Mine Pub is closed. There is a paper sign in the window that just states 'closed until further notice' Can anyone throw some light on this? Link to post Share on other sites
Glenda Powell 426 Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 Doesn't this pub belong to Cllr Rone and his brothers? Link to post Share on other sites
Colin James 1,925 Posted August 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 Doesn't this pub belong to Cllr Rone and his brothers? I know it used too, not sure if they still own it or not now to be honest. Link to post Share on other sites
Colin James 1,925 Posted August 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 From the horses mouth: Jen McMahon 29 August at 14:03 · It is with a heavy heart I want to announce that The Treacle Mine will be put on the market, and is currently closed with immediate effect. We have had some great times over the last 5 and a half years, made some great friends, and had some great hangovers, but all good things must come to an end. I hope that everyone can understand this was not a decision taken lightly, and although I'm sure the gossip mill will be working overtime, ultimately it really is as simple as it's now the time to take a different path, and try new things. Thank you to each and every one of you that has supported us. Hopefully you have made some memories here that you can keep close to your heart. Take care. Link to post Share on other sites
herefordman75 45 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Council planning to build a St.Martins Street link road costing £250 million to complete, paved with Unicorn horn & Leprechaun Gold perhaps???? Link to post Share on other sites
Alex 406 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Maybe the Freedom Church have bought it lol Link to post Share on other sites
herefordman75 45 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 On a slightly more sensible note, that would only leave the Saracens Head (only just as it's on the river path pretty much) and The Broadleys south of the river? (in town of course) Link to post Share on other sites
Bill Thomas 545 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 I see the HT finally caught up and have published this story this afternoon. Link to post Share on other sites
K.Butt 221 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 The place has looked pretty shoddy for a number of years, so no investment eventually the inevitable has happened. Every time I have have gone passed over the last 3-4 years all I ever saw was a mobility scooter outside and a dog in the window, cannot remember seeing much other activity. Link to post Share on other sites
K.Butt 221 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 On a slightly more sensible note, that would only leave the Saracens Head (only just as it's on the river path pretty much) and The Broadleys south of the river? (in town of course) Saracens head is still empty too. Link to post Share on other sites
Roger 531 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 On a slightly more sensible note, that would only leave the Saracens Head (only just as it's on the river path pretty much) and The Broadleys south of the river? (in town of course) Vaga Tavern ? Link to post Share on other sites
atm63 25 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 I think the Rones have bought the Saracens Head. Link to post Share on other sites
Slim 101 Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 Wye Inn? Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Smith 385 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 I think the Rones have bought the Saracens Head. Oh yes, a quick lick of paint and a tidy up and back on the market it goes. I was under the impression Cllr. Rone was going to revamp and re-open how naive of me. Link to post Share on other sites
herefordman75 45 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 Oh yes, a quick lick of paint and a tidy up and back on the market it goes. I was under the impression Cllr. Rone was going to revamp and re-open how naive of me. They have put planning in to change the upstairs into flats - so won't be long before a change of use goes in to convert the whole thing I reckon Link to post Share on other sites
megilleland 624 Posted September 2, 2015 Report Share Posted September 2, 2015 The Saracen's Head planning application can be seen here (post 107): Link to post Share on other sites
Roger 531 Posted September 18, 2015 Report Share Posted September 18, 2015 Oh yes, a quick lick of paint and a tidy up and back on the market it goes. I was under the impression Cllr. Rone was going to revamp and re-open how naive of me. An application to vary the licence for the Saracens Head is here Apparently the refurb has reduced the size of the drinking area inside and they want to formalise the external drinking area outside by the River path. Premises is owned by Rone Properties LTD. Facebook Link to post Share on other sites
Roger 531 Posted September 18, 2015 Report Share Posted September 18, 2015 Do you think it will remain as a pub ? It seems to have gone down a more bohemian path with the makeover. I suppose I'd have to look at the food offerings before I could describe it. I don't think 'pub' would be the first word to cross my lips! Maybe bistro ? Open within a couple of weeks apparently .... Link to post Share on other sites
M. Preece 227 Posted September 19, 2015 Report Share Posted September 19, 2015 A lot of these pubs need updating, I know funds are always a problem but the Treacle Mine was never going to attract many new clients without a facelift. Sad to see another pub close but I do think the breweries could do a lot more. Link to post Share on other sites
Roger 531 Posted September 19, 2015 Report Share Posted September 19, 2015 A lot of these pubs need updating, Out of date font on the signage at the Treacle Mine. Place just exudes negative vibes from the outside. Link to post Share on other sites
M. Preece 227 Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 Yes, looks very un-inviting. Link to post Share on other sites
Alex 406 Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 I notice they have painted the Broadleys, a cream colour which is loads better than that dark red. Link to post Share on other sites
LS86 5 Posted September 20, 2015 Report Share Posted September 20, 2015 It's about time more pubs ditched the big brewery's and sold local ales/ciders instead like Beer in Hand. One of the most popular pubs in town and one which is usually always busy is also the Barrells. Link to post Share on other sites
Denise Lloyd 451 Posted December 1, 2015 Report Share Posted December 1, 2015 I see the Treacle Mine has now been sold. Bets on it will be flats/apartments Link to post Share on other sites
Colin James 1,925 Posted December 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2015 I see the Treacle Mine has now been sold. Bets on it will be flats/apartments Yes, I noticed this early this morning, I took this photo. Sold by Andrew Grant I see. Link to post Share on other sites
Denise Lloyd 451 Posted January 25, 2016 Report Share Posted January 25, 2016 HT cannot cope with any challenge I have had a few of my comments removed when I moan about their reporting methods Link to post Share on other sites
Denise Lloyd 451 Posted November 16, 2016 Report Share Posted November 16, 2016 Very unusually HT are one step ahead of HV this time. There is a PA in at the moment for the Treacle Mine to be converted into wait for it a Pizza Takeaway mostly delivered - gosh that's novel! Link to post Share on other sites
ragwert 386 Posted March 7, 2017 Report Share Posted March 7, 2017 The planning application to turn the Treacle mine into A Pizza Hut has been approved. Link to post Share on other sites
Frank Smith 385 Posted March 8, 2017 Report Share Posted March 8, 2017 The planning application to turn the Treacle mine into A Pizza Hut has been approved. There are contractors working in there already Link to post Share on other sites
Clarkester 126 Posted March 8, 2017 Report Share Posted March 8, 2017 Whilst it is good to see something happening to get the building back in use, another Pizza Hut? Is one not enough? Also, I'm sure it's been thought about already, but where are people going to park? On the whole, people tend to drive to such places, and I may be mistaken, but the Treacle Mine wasn't actually blessed with a large car parking area was it? Link to post Share on other sites
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