The Cottage Tavern

A Heritage Pub. A Community Hub.
A Social Investment Opportunity.

The Cottage Tavern Community Benefit Society Limited

(FCA registered as a Community Benefit Society – 9723)

A Once‑in‑a‑Generation Chance to Save a Historic Pub

The Cottage Tavern is a 200‑year‑old Warwickshire pub at the heart of the Anglo‑Saxon village of Ashorne. Today, it faces a genuine threat — not only to the heritage asset, but to the cohesion and wellbeing of an isolated rural community.

We now have a one‑time opportunity to secure the future of the Cottage Tavern. Through donations and community ownership, we can protect a traditional venue and develop a thriving social hub for generations to come.

The building has been earmarked as an Asset of Community Value – this means that we have a chance to put it in community hands.

By contributing, you be part of the solution!

Donate or own a share of a historic edge‑of‑Cotswolds pub — and help create a sustainable, inclusive, community‑run venue with national relevance.

Why the Cottage Tavern Matters

For nearly two centuries, The Cottage Tavern has been more than a pub. It has been:

A meeting place where friendships begin
A space for celebrations, gatherings and shared stories
A focal point for walking groups, cycling clubs, grieving families and community events
A vital source of connection in a rural area with limited accessible social spaces

Reopening the Cottage Tavern will:

Protect a heritage building and preserve traditional village life
Reduce social isolation and strengthen community cohesion
Provide a hub for events, clubs, learning and wellbeing activities
Support local suppliers and create youth employment opportunities
Increase visitor interest and contribute to local economic vitality
Offer long‑term protection against closure or redevelopment
Bring profit back into the community
Support environmentally responsible energy use
Enhance local property values and village desirability

This is a project with clear social impact, economic benefit, and long‑term sustainability.

Community ownership places the pub’s future in the hands of people — not distant investors.

It offers:

Long‑term stability
A focus on community benefit rather than short‑term profit
A genuine say in how the pub is run
A legacy for future generations

Why Community Ownership?

Financial Benefits

Subject to HMRC approval & individual circumstances, investors may benefit from:

Potential SEIS/EIS tax relief
Possible income tax relief on qualifying investments
Potential inheritance tax advantages
Interest returns (1% above base rate) returns once the pub becomes profitable (estimated after three years of operation, based on our professionally reviewed business plan)

Returns are at management discretion. Investments carry risk and independent financial advice is recommended.

The Investment Opportunity

£370,000 share target
£100,400 shareholder investment to date
£9,256 already raised through additional sources
£250 minimum investment per shareholder

This is your chance to join us to save a beloved institution and share in its future success.

A Message from Local Residents

“We have lived in the village since 1997 and have benefited greatly from the friendships and connections made through the pub and village community. We believe The Cottage Tavern has an important role to play in Ashorne’s future and are proud to support this community-led project.”

“If the pub hadn’t been open when we moved in, we wouldn’t have met half the people we know now.”

“It has been my lifeline.”

Interested in Finding Out More?

There is absolutely no pressure or obligation ...

We simply want people to have the opportunity to be involved in securing the future of The Cottage Tavern as a historic asset for all to enjoy, those from near and far.

Please speak to one of the directors or members of the Community Benefit Society for more information.

Why Invest?

Become a Pub Owner
Don’t just buy a pint — buy a share of a pub. All shareholders receive a signed certificate of ownership. (Great as a present for someone who has everything!)

Save a Heritage Asset
Pubs have been central to British culture for 2,000 years. Many are disappearing, although community pubs have been found to be successful. You can help reverse the pub decline.

Build a Buzzing Social Hub
A thriving, inclusive venue strengthens community life, supports wellbeing, and creates new opportunities for events, activities and connection.

Own a Tangible Asset
Shareholders are members and part-owners of the community society that owns the freehold of the pub - a rare and valuable form of social investment

Shareholding is open to individuals, charities, social investors, organisations and businesses — either jointly or individually.

Why Invest?

Become a Pub / Cafe Owner
Don’t just buy a pint — buy a share of a pub. All shareholders receive a signed certificate of ownership. (Great as a present for someone who has everything!)

Save a Heritage Asset
Pubs have been central to British culture for 2,000 years. Many are disappearing, although community pubs have been found to be successful. You can help reverse the pub decline.

Build a Buzzing Social Hub
A thriving, inclusive venue strengthens community life, supports wellbeing, and creates new opportunities for events, activities and connection.

Own a Tangible Asset
Shareholders are members and part-owners of the community society that owns the freehold of the pub - a rare and valuable form of social investment

Having reached our minimum share target of £100,000, we have also had donations and additional shares to bring us to: £109, 706.20

We now need your help!

Please support us through a donation or by becoming a shareholder.

Donations can be made directly to the Community Benefit Society Limited.

Please email us for more information.

How the funds are being gathered?

Contact us

07946 304320