Carnforth pub saved from closure under new ownership

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 07:02 · Archive

The Canal Turn in Carnforth was days from closing before entrepreneur Connor Campbell took over in August.

The Canal Turn at Lancaster Road in Carnforth was 'just days away from closing' before entrepreneur Connor Campbell took over operations in August. Drawing on experience turning around struggling venues in the northwest, Mr Campbell recognised the pub's potential and responded to the 'strength of local feeling' towards keeping it open.

The new team has introduced regular events and developed the food offering while retaining traditional character. The pub now hosts live music on the last Friday of each month, regular quiz nights and weekly food specials. An experienced head chef now leads the kitchen, introducing new menu items, with the kitchen open daily between noon and 8pm.

Mr Campbell said: 'I've always believed a pub should feel like an extension of your home.' He added that losing pubs means losing 'more than a building - you lose a meeting place and somewhere people make memories'. The aim is for The Canal Turn to become 'a real staple in the village' whilst building on its legacy.

How it is being reported

• New team 'breathing life' into pub that was days away from closureThe Canal Turn was taken over by Liverpool-born entrepreneur Connor Campbell in August with a range of improvements made so far.NW Evening Mail · 27 Oct, 06:00
• New team 'breathing life' into pub that was days away from closureThe Canal Turn was taken over by Liverpool-born entrepreneur Connor Campbell in August with a range of improvements made so far.Westmorland Gazette · 27 Oct, 06:00

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