The Queen of the South pub in Tulse Hill is at risk of closing due to the unexpected sale of its freehold to Young & Co.'s Brewery. Founder Clement Ogbonnaya was not consulted about the sale, which poses challenges for the independent team to compete with corporate buyers. Following unsuccessful negotiations, the pub launched the 'Save Our Queen' crowdfunding campaign, targeting £100,000 for legal fees, staff wages, and the refurbishment of the rooftop. This issue reflects a broader trend of property disputes threatening community spaces across London.
The pub, which has since become a community hub for music, food and culture, is facing risk of closure after following the unexpected sale of its freehold.
According to its Crowdfunder page, the building's freehold was recently sold without founder Clement Ogbonnaya's knowledge or consultation to a large, multi-million-pound pub group.
Young & Co.'s Brewery has issued a challenging ultimatum; buy it back or lose it forever. As an independent team, we simply don't have the resources to compete with corporate buyers.
The Queen of the South team has launched a crowdfunding campaign 'Save Our Queen' with the goal of raising £100,000 to cover legal fees, staff wages and refurbishment.
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