Dorset pub forced to close after energy bills rose by nearly £60,000
The Fontmell in Fontmell Magna say they have a 'heavy heart' over the decision
A pub in Dorset has become one of the latest to feel the brunt of the spiralling energy costs.
The Fontmell in Fontmell Magna announced via a statement on its social media that it has had to close with ‘immediate effect’ as its utility bills rose by an extra £58,000 a year.
The Shaftsbury pub and B&B said in the statement:
“It is with a heavy heart and great regret to say that The Fontmell will close with immediate effect other than to honour the bed and breakfast bookings that we already have.
“This is not a decision that has been made lightly and we would like to thank all our guests for their support and help over the last 6 and a half years.”
The surging energy costs have hit pubs across the nation hard with Brewdog announcing the closure of six of its bars.
In their statement The Fontmell continued:
“Supplier prices have increased to such a point that we are no longer able to pass that cost onto our guests.
“Our utilities alone have increased by an extra £58,000 per year.
“Until further notice and subject to the above proviso as regards current bookings, the building will remain closed.”