By Bid to save Lincoln Imp recognised by North Lincolnshire Council
A bid to save the Lincoln Imp has been recognised by North Lincolnshire Council.
The campaign to save the Lincoln Imp, a popular pub and music venue for many locals, has been given a huge boost after the council recognised the building as a “community asset.”
The Lincoln Imp, Gloucester Ave, Scunthorpe, has been approved as an Asset of Community Value by the council, which now means qualifying interest groups will be given the opportunity to make a bid for the establishment if the owner decides to sell.
After approving the application for the pub, North Lincolnshire Council leader Cllr Rob Waltham said:
“We recognise the importance of the Lincoln Imp for the community not just in Ashby but across the whole of North Lincolnshire.
“It’s been recognised as one of the best small music venues in the country and has been for many years – following an application for the pub to be made an asset of community value, the council considered this under the legal process and the criteria was met in accordance with localism legislation.
“I want to pay tribute to the hard work of landlady Lorraine Briggs in campaigning to keep the Imp open, as well as important community groups, such as Break The Stigma, who have supported this application.
“We’ll continue to fight hard to ensure the Imp remains part of the local and national music scene.”
The council stated that properties can be listed as Community Assest if they prove they “improve the community’s social wellbeing or social interest.”
Buildings that could qualify for the asset protection scheme are cultural, sporting or recreational facilities.
The Lincoln Imp was voted the third best small music venue in the UK in 2017!
(Image: Lincoln Imp)
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