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Newport Pub Offers Warmth, Community Amid Rising Heating Costs

12/9/2025

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The Pheasant in Newport, Shropshire, opened as a 'warm space' for locals amid rising heating costs.
Emma Holmes, the landlady, says the pub acts as a community hub offering warmth and companionship without requiring purchases.
Regulars, including 79-year-old Michael Tucker, say it is cheaper to stay at the pub than heat their homes.
The initiative aims to combat loneliness and high heating bills by offering a cozy social space during cold weather.

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Story summary

The Pheasant in Newport, Shropshire, opened as a 'warm space' for locals amid rising heating costs.
Emma Holmes, the landlady, says the pub acts as a community hub offering warmth and companionship without requiring purchases.
Regulars, including 79-year-old Michael Tucker, say it is cheaper to stay at the pub than heat their homes.
The initiative aims to combat loneliness and high heating bills by offering a cozy social space during cold weather.