Bat & Ball – Survey

Bat and Ball Cuddesdon - Survey

Many of us in Cuddesdon and Denton are concerned by the closure of the village pub, and a number of us are prepared to invest our time and efforts to ensure a thriving community space that serves the Parish well. To help protect it from being sold without consultation, Cuddesdon and Denton Parish Council has decided to apply for an Asset of Community Value status.

To be successful, we need your support to show that the pub is or can be more than just a pub serving drinks and meals. The Council needs evidence that it "furthers the social wellbeing or cultural, recreational or sporting interests of the community". The evidence needs to include dates and if possible photographs. We want to show that the pub lies at the heart of the villages' social network, and appreciate that most comments will relate to the use of the pub before COVID - that's fine.
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When did you first visit the Bat and Ball?
How often did you use the pub when it was open?

DailyA few times each weekWeeklyMonthlyEvery now and thenNever
What did you visit the pub for (tick all that apply)?

DrinksFoodAdvertised entertainmentTo meet friends or familyGeneral social interaction / companyGroup gatherings (e.g. cricket, darts)Special occasions (e.g. birthdays, weddings, wakes)Other
Could you explain how you used the pub, particularly groups who meet there that you are a part of, whether you use the pub to meet friends or family, especially on a regular basis? For how long and how often?
Did you use the pub for family events (Birthdays, weddings funerals etc,.) celebrations with friends or national events (Royal jubilees, Guy Fawkes, New Year's Eve)? If so. please tell us the dates and number of people if you can please
Are there specific things you miss now that the pub has closed?
Which services would you like the pub to offer? (Please tick all of the following that are of interest to you)

Morning/ afternoon coffee and cakesLunchtime and evening mealsTakeaway foodPizzasBar snacksTelevised sportSeasonal, local foodReal aleA good wine listCocktailsTheme nights (quiz night, race night)Catered functions (birthdays, weddings, wakes)Beer festivals or food eventsWIFI or computer accessSomewhere to work during the dayLive musicPub gamesCommunity market (e.g. in the car park)Basic food (e.g. bread, milk, eggs)Meetings for local community groups (e.g. coffee mornings)Other
How often would you use the pub if it offered the services you want?

DailyA few times each weekWeeklyMonthlyEvery now and thenNever
If the opportunity arose for the village to buy the pub, would you be prepared to buy shares?

YesNoPossibly, depending on the proposed plan
13. Do you have any skills or interests which you could contribute to re-establishing the pub as a community venture
Please send any photos of events etc to savethebatandball@outlook.com or 12 The Green, Cuddesdon, Oxford OX44 9JZ
Please give us your email address if you would like to be added to a Friends of the Bat and Ball email list for updates on the future of the pub.
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