The Drewe Arms on Dartmoor is a traditional thatched Devon Inn of considerable charm and character. A grade II* listed building and mentioned in the CAMRA guide of historic interiors we acted on behalf of a National client to find a buyer and believe it to be the first time the pub had been on the open market having been a traditional tenancy for generations.
Once home to Britain’s longest serving landlady, Madge Mabel, there was strong interest but many were put off by the work required to get the building back into good order, as much was required both for the main building itself and the function room and bunk rooms to the rear within the 1/3 acre site.
During the process the local community wanted to get involved and having listed the pub as a community asset set about a crowd funding initiative to buy the property and make the much needed improvements.
Having garnered considerable support far and wide the community achieved their objectives and a sale was concluded in December 2023. We worked with the steering group and our client to achieve a result and have subsequently provided some physical labour at one of two volunteering days to help get the building and grounds ready for a reopening in March 24. A successful outcome and we look forward to seeing the Drewe open and thriving once again.
