The White Hart Sherington

15/07/2026

02/06/2026

At The Althorp Coaching Inn, we are proud to be part of an industry that brings people together. Pubs, restaurants, hotels and cafés are more than businesses; they are the heart of communities, places where friendships are formed, celebrations are shared, and local economies thrive.

Today, however, hospitality businesses across the UK face severe challenges, including rising costs and pressure on consumer spending, leaving many struggling to survive.

That is why we are supporting the campaign, which calls on the Government to reduce hospitality VAT from 20% to 10%, bringing the UK more in line with many European countries where hospitality is recognised and supported as a vital economic and social contributor.

A reduction in VAT would not be a handout. It would be an investment in one of the UK’s largest employers, helping businesses retain staff, create jobs, invest in their premises, support local suppliers, and continue serving the communities that depend on them. Advocates of the campaign argue that a lower VAT rate would provide much-needed breathing space for a sector facing sustained cost pressures.

Like many independent hospitality businesses, we have worked tirelessly to absorb rising costs wherever possible. However, there comes a point where continual price increases are neither sustainable for businesses nor affordable for customers.

The hospitality sector has shown remarkable resilience through extraordinary challenges in recent years. What it needs now is a fairer tax environment that recognises its importance to the nation’s social fabric, high streets, tourism economy and local employment.

We encourage our guests, communities, suppliers, colleagues and fellow hospitality operators to learn more about the campaign and support efforts to secure a sustainable future for our industry.

Hospitality matters. Communities matter. Jobs matter.

Thanks for your ongoing support and sign the petition here https://www.vatstheproblem.co.uk/

01/06/2026

Did you know we do weekly morning sessions?

We're at IKEA in Bletchley on a Monday at 10am
The Eight Belles Mk Weekly Art Club is on Tuesday at 12.15pm
On Thursdays you'll find us at The White Hart Sherington 10am
Fridays are Brewpoint Weekly Art Clubs at 10am

We provide all the materials, equipment and expert guidance in a lovely relaxing two hour session
Book at www.somethinglessboring.co.uk/book

21/05/2026

We’ve just taken a delivery of our brand new slushy cocktail machine from the guys cocktails and with the weather forecast for this weekend what could be better 😎🌞

03/05/2026

Paella 🥘 is ready to go

02/05/2026

The sun 🌞 is shining and the beer is flowing beer and bangers 2026 is well under way. Music starting 3pm from another vanity project, and food available all day

17/04/2026

Our squirrel stores pop up shop is ready to go for those that have pre ordered collection 10am-12pm