The Apple Tree Inn
The
Apple Tree Inn at Morgan's Vale near Downton, was destroyed by fire in
October 2003. Sadly the owners found themselves under-insured and unable
to rebuild the pub. They subsequently applied for planning permission to
build 5 houses on the plot. Salisbury District Council refused the
application and a subsequent appeal upheld the Council's decision.
Locals, supported by Salisbury & South Wilts CAMRA have campaigned for the pub to be rebuilt but to date no-one seems interested in such a scheme.
On Saturday 17th February, as part of CAMRA's Community Pubs Week, a vigil was held by the site of the pub. More that 40 people turned out to have a pint; even if there was no pub to drink in!
For More Information Contact:
Salisbury & South Wilts CAMRA
Salisbury
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Internet:
camra@salisburycamra.org.uk