Norfolk Arms

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sorry dont agree its not that bad an area . stop trying to make out something that wont happen .we have a good Marple bridge association here any thing amiss will be reported

I have no interest in "trying to make something out" It is a fact that windows were being broken even when the pub was occupied.

FYI Loch Fyne are an upmarket restaurant chain that specialise in Fish, they currently have places in Alderley Edge, Didsbury and Knutsford. They would be a real asset to the area but I feel the premises would be too small.

The windows that are now boarded up now have posters on some of them advertising a pop band ,

[moorendman]

Dave, I would prefer to use Flashy rather then Posh. Although Didsbury is hardly either. We lived in Bramhall for 20 years prior to moving to Mellor and I prefer this area as it has more of a community spirit and fewer bars like Beluga and Pzaazz.

[Dave]

Yes, we certainly miss Robert, and Kettleshulme is a bit of a trek... 

At the risk of upsetting Amazon, I don't think this area is nearly as posh (or should I say flashy?) as Alderley Edge, Didsbury, Bramhall, Hale Barns etc.  And it's all the better for it - we certainly wouldn't want to live in any of those places.   

[moorendman]

I would think that the demographic profile of the area is certainly "posh" enough ( Be careful you will upset Amazon, I did with suggestions it's not a good area ) Considering the relative wealth of the area, we are not well served by good restaurants and the only place to eat decent fish in our area is the Swan at Kettleshulme.

[Harry]

A Loch Fyne would probably be quite popular. I know a couple of these in the South East, and they are excellent. I think it could do quite well. A refreshing change from the usual fare.

[Dave]

I'm afraid you're right. A Loch Fyne in Marple Bridge would be nice, but it would need a bigger building, and I fear we aren't quite posh enough :-(

[moorendman]

sorry dont agree its not that bad an area . stop trying to make out something that wont happen .we have a good Marple bridge association here any thing amiss will be reported

I have no interest in "trying to make something out" It is a fact that windows were being broken even when the pub was occupied.

FYI Loch Fyne are an upmarket restaurant chain that specialise in Fish, they currently have places in Alderley Edge, Didsbury and Knutsford. They would be a real asset to the area but I feel the premises would be too small.

[Duke Fame]

Sorry I didn't explain myself properly. Even before the pub was vacated , there was eveidence of casual vandalism to the building's windows. The owners, Punch taverns, are not about to put regular security on ( as they have enough empty pubs at the moment ) so without the ugly steel sheeting there is an increased lilkelihood of vandalism to the building making it even less a saleable proposition. There is also the possibilty of squatters getting in. Lead on the roof, copper piping etc will all disappear. It may be possible to retain the steel shuttering but cover them with something less intrusive. Large format printing on vinyl in relatively inexpensive these days. Faux windows and customers inside may work.

I think that's key, also it really draws the attention that there is a closed pub. It will help punch to sell the unit on by drawing attention to it. Punch announced to the market that they are radically changing their busiess plan where more pubs will close. I understand Loch Fyne may be looking to take it over which will be interesting.


 Thanks for that who are loch fyne .

F fish restaurant chain, they have a place in Didsbury. A bit like Live Bairt

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Sorry I didn't explain myself properly. Even before the pub was vacated , there was eveidence of casual vandalism to the building's windows. The owners, Punch taverns, are not about to put regular security on ( as they have enough empty pubs at the moment ) so without the ugly steel sheeting there is an increased lilkelihood of vandalism to the building making it even less a saleable proposition. There is also the possibilty of squatters getting in. Lead on the roof, copper piping etc will all disappear. It may be possible to retain the steel shuttering but cover them with something less intrusive. Large format printing on vinyl in relatively inexpensive these days. Faux windows and customers inside may work.

I think that's key, also it really draws the attention that there is a closed pub. It will help punch to sell the unit on by drawing attention to it. Punch announced to the market that they are radically changing their busiess plan where more pubs will close. I understand Loch Fyne may be looking to take it over which will be interesting.

Thanks for that who are loch fyne .

[Duke Fame]

Sorry I didn't explain myself properly. Even before the pub was vacated , there was eveidence of casual vandalism to the building's windows. The owners, Punch taverns, are not about to put regular security on ( as they have enough empty pubs at the moment ) so without the ugly steel sheeting there is an increased lilkelihood of vandalism to the building making it even less a saleable proposition. There is also the possibilty of squatters getting in. Lead on the roof, copper piping etc will all disappear. It may be possible to retain the steel shuttering but cover them with something less intrusive. Large format printing on vinyl in relatively inexpensive these days. Faux windows and customers inside may work.

I think that's key, also it really draws the attention that there is a closed pub. It will help punch to sell the unit on by drawing attention to it. Punch announced to the market that they are radically changing their busiess plan where more pubs will close. I understand Loch Fyne may be looking to take it over which will be interesting.

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sorry dont agree its not that bad an area . stop trying to make out something that wont happen .we have a good Marple bridge association here any thing amiss will be reported .

[moorendman]

Sorry I didn't explain myself properly. Even before the pub was vacated , there was eveidence of casual vandalism to the building's windows. The owners, Punch taverns, are not about to put regular security on ( as they have enough empty pubs at the moment ) so without the ugly steel sheeting there is an increased lilkelihood of vandalism to the building making it even less a saleable proposition. There is also the possibilty of squatters getting in. Lead on the roof, copper piping etc will all disappear. It may be possible to retain the steel shuttering but cover them with something less intrusive. Large format printing on vinyl in relatively inexpensive these days. Faux windows and customers inside may work.

[amazon]

What do you mean middle way .

[moorendman]

Whilst I think the windows are an eyesore, what about the security risk?? Surely there is a middle way

[amazon]

Notice in the latest political leaflet says that the metal shutters have to be removed by March 1st - so lets see what happens.

Hmm. They were still in situe this morning

         You Dont Believe political leaflets do you .

                 The Norfolk arms notice served on it to remove shutters by 13 april and to reinstate to its original condition as it being in conservation area .allso the norfolk is a grade two listed building served by the councill
 last week .notice tied on the door and fall pipe side of pub .