Black Horse Pub in High Barnet Invests in New Kitchen
Community-led initiative strengthens neighbourhood support with upgraded facilities and charity events.
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The Black Horse pub in High Barnet has undergone a significant refurbishment with the installation of an up-to-date kitchen, including a new rotisserie. This investment has been made by Barnet Community Pubs Ltd, a company established by three regular customers who secured a year's tenancy with Star Pubs, part of the Heineken Group, following the pub's closure last September.
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Since re-opening at the end of June, the pub has demonstrated strong local support through various well-attended charity fundraisers and events. A music event titled "Hall of Sound", held in memory of Graeme Hall, attracted over 1,000 people and raised £6,000. These funds were shared between Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice, Cherry Lodge Cancer Care, and Foodbank Aid. Ken Rowland of Barnet Residents Association, who supported the pub's campaign to be listed as an asset of community value, noted the directors' success in proving strong local backing.
The directors of Barnet Community Pubs Ltd, Martin Taylor, Simon Anderson, and Danny Daly, have expressed their gratitude for the community's support. They reported that long-term regulars are pleased with the pub's increased activity and friendly atmosphere. To further integrate with the neighbourhood, the pub is sponsoring Hadley Football Club. From September, it will also operate as a daytime community space, offering WiFi for customers working on laptops.
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The pub has also planned future events to benefit local charities. These include a charity quiz night, a Halloween event for children scheduled for 31 October, and a black-tie casino night on 7 November in aid of Noah’s Ark.
Future Plans and Infrastructure
Work to repair and stabilise the pub's front wall is expected to be completed by the end of September, at which point scaffolding will be removed. The pub has capacity for up to 150 people for special occasions, and bookings are already being taken for future events.
Questions this report answers
+What improvements have been made at The Black Horse pub?
The Black Horse pub in High Barnet has been fitted with a new, up-to-date kitchen, which includes a prominent rotisserie. This upgrade was part of a significant investment by the new management company.
+Who is behind the new management of The Black Horse?
The pub is now managed by Barnet Community Pubs Ltd, a company established by three regular customers. They have secured a one-year tenancy with Star Pubs, a part of the Heineken Group.
+What charity events has The Black Horse hosted or planned?
The pub hosted a music event that raised £6,000 for three charities and a separate event in August that raised £1,800 for the Hospice of St Francis. Future plans include a charity quiz night and a black-tie casino night.
+Will The Black Horse be open during the day?
Yes, from September, The Black Horse will open as a daytime community space. It will offer WiFi, allowing people to work on their laptops, further integrating the pub into the local neighbourhood.
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