Popular Mansfield bar fighting to avoid closure due to Covid

Lockdown has hit the pub trade hard, with some smaller establishments being unable to open due to social-distancing restrictions and tier rules forcing wet-led pubs that do not serve food to remain closed.

The Garrison on Leeming Street only opened in 2018, bringing a Peaky Blinders theme to the town, but owner Dan Moody has been forced to ask for help to avoid closure.

GoFundMe and Facebook donation pages have been set up as the pub is facing financial struggles.

Dan said: “Times are hard for everyone at the minute and we’re all missing out on the good times we all have in the pub.

"This hurts to ask for help as we mostly help others get through their day, but the pub is struggling and starting to get in arrears, which we hope we can pull back from.

"With your help we can hopefully all make this possible.”

The pages have raised just over £1,500 of the £5,000 target so far and Dan admits the support has helped him stay positive.

“A huge thanks to all you for the support and helping me stay positive” he added.

"I’m overwhelmed by all the super comments.

"You have picked me up and makes me proud to be your landlord.”

If you wish to donate, you can find their GoFundMe page here or donate via their Facebook fundraiser.

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