The Fox in Corscombe is ‘resented by locals’. Anyone who listens to The Archers knows that a newcomer into a rural community takes time to settle in, usually measured in years rather than months, and we are only just coming up to the first anniversary of me re-opening the pub that has long been such a central part of this village.So I have no expectations of being accepted as one of their own any time soon.
Instead, I have set my sights lower – on keeping the local pub afloat in uniquely rough waters as a place where everyone can meet for a drink.
And on providing employment, as well as never saying no when approached to help out with local causes or events or charity raffles.
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