Controversial plans to turn a village’s only pub into a house could be decided next month.
The landlord of the Blowing Stone Inn in Kingston Lisle has applied to Vale of White Horse District Council to convert the nearly 100-year-old pub.
The plans are under consideration by the council with a target decision date of August 11.
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More than 100 objections have been made against the plans, with many villagers not wanting to lose their only pub.
Vanessa Marment said: “In the 20 years we have lived in Kingston Lisle, the Blowing Stone has been a vital amenity at the heart of the village and community.
She added: “The Blowing Stone is the only pub in Kingston Lisle, and it is essential for our community. There isn’t an alternative comparable venue.
“Yes, we have a village hall, but that cannot be compared with a warm, welcoming and well run pub.”
The landlord, who has run the pub since September 2020, has previously refused to comment when contacted by the Oxford Mail.
His application would make minimal alterations to the building’s exterior but knock down some outbuildings and build a garage.
A viability report concluded that poor economic conditions meant the pub was no longer viable and that there was “no appetite in the market” from any potential buyers.
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