04/06/2026
We’re proud to be part of a vibrant hospitality community that sits at the heart of village life.
Pubs like ours are more than just places to eat and drink – they are meeting points, workplaces, and community hubs where memories are made. But right now, rising costs and unsustainable pressures are making it harder than ever for many pubs, restaurants, cafés, brewers and hotels to stay open.
That’s why we’re standing with chef and publican Tom Kerridge and the wider industry in supporting the campaign, calling for a fairer 10% VAT rate for hospitality.
Across Devon and the UK, independent venues are facing impossible numbers. It’s not a lack of community support that’s closing pubs – it’s the economics behind the bar. A reduced VAT rate would give vital breathing space, helping protect jobs, support local suppliers, and keep cherished venues like ours serving the community for years to come.
We believe hospitality deserves fair support, just as it does in many other European countries.
Please stand with us, share the message, and support the campaign. Together we can help secure a stronger future for hospitality.
https://www.vatstheproblem.co.uk/
