February 2019

Here is a round-up of the events at The Swan during February, 2019.

2nd Feb: Ceremony of the Keys

Celebrations of finally receiving the keys. Nearly 200 supporters joined to have some refereshments and listen to the latest updates from Will Calvert & Richard Allen.

Mill Lane before the event Supporters waiing for the gates to be opened Charge! The gates have just been opened
Peeking through the gates to the preparation activities Will and Richard unlocking the gates Richard making a small welcome speech Supporters enjoying a wee beer
Supporters starting to gather outside The Swan Richard and Will opening the gates Will making a short speech Supporters listening to the speeches

9th Feb: Site Clearance

Teams of volunteers started the clear-up and renovation of The Swan. This involved clearing out the bar, kitchen, B&B and the outbuildings. The weekend was a complete success and we exceeded all expectations. Huge thanks to all who participated.


Lexie giving the safety briefing to the volunteers Huge pile of rubbish in the courtyard And the pile of rubbish keeps growing Platformed glitter shoes being worn by Kate Will behind the old bar Richard with ome of the volunteers Clearing in the main bar area Removing the bar
Carole Meakin, the old land lady of The Swan Loading up the truck with some of the rubbish Carboard cut-out of a lady in a bikini Lifting up the raised decking area Not much of the bar left now The pile of rubbish is starting to go down How many Chrsitmas trees do you need?
Piling up the rubbish in the courtyard Matress, beds, old furniture ... all of it is to go Amazing what you find ... sexy shoes Signing up for the afternoon session Tackling the virginia creeper on the side of the pub Removing the top off the bar The truck is full of rubbish ... again

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As you can see, we still have need for supplies and help; can you help?.

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