Arboretum Pub is burnt out by arsonists and listed building lost

This has been quite a landmark on the Nottingham Scene and is adjacent to the Arboretum Park, the venue for many live music events over the years.

Last week, it was burnt out by arsonists and is now no more than an unstable shell. It will probably have to be demolished. As it still stands at the moment, it is quite an eyesore and hardly adds to the tranquillity of the park.

Personally speaking, I believe that the building should have been squatted. It was a large and considerable space that could have been used by those seeking housing and shelter, many of which cant afford rented property and anyway, there is insufficient available. Further, the whole area lacks amenity for the locals to congregate, socialise, participate and general do all the things together that 'make' a community.

As well as all this, squatters, or, licensees, provide a valuable service to both the community and the owners of property in that they provide a free security service, to help maintain and protect such property. They frequently prefer to live themselves in a safe and clean environment, and can help keep junior fire-raisers, pimps, prostitutes, and 'bad drug' users at bay. Hardy the 'official line' I know, but just my opinion ..... [discuss].

Anyway, no-one is getting the building now, it is lost!


earlier posting by Joni:
arboretum listed pub empty & burnt out
 http://indymedia.org.uk/en/regions/nottinghamshire/2006/11/356080.html

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