Urgent Plea to Save Ranchers Return Pub in Kilkenny Community

UPDATE: The future of the cherished Ranchers Return/Strand Bar in Coon, Kilkenny is in jeopardy as urgent calls for community support are made. Generations of locals have relied on this pub as a central gathering place, but now its existence hinges on community investment.

Just announced: A campaign is underway to raise €350,000 through confidential community shares priced at €2,500 per share. This initiative aims to secure the pub’s future and invites all community members to contribute, even small donations, as every bit helps. The organizer urges, “Please share this with friends, family, neighbours, colleagues.”

In a heartfelt social media message, the organizer highlighted the pub’s significance: “A place where our parents and their parents gathered after mass… where laughter, stories, dances, friendships, and memories were made.” The plea emphasizes that the Ranchers Return has weathered many storms—recessions, emigration, and even the pandemic—but now faces an uncertain future.

With contributions being sought immediately, community members are reminded of the losses already faced, including the local creamery and post office. “It’s time to stop losing – and start finding again,” the message states. The call to action is not just about saving a building; it’s about preserving the heart of the community itself.

For those interested in purchasing shares or making donations, Brendan Healy can be reached at 0860468863 for confidential inquiries. The campaign encourages everyone to act now, framing the initiative as a perfect Christmas present for anyone who values local heritage.

As the community rallies to support Ranchers Return, the urgency to act is palpable. The message concludes: “We have a duty not to let this one go on our watch. Help us bring Ranchers Return home again.”

This is not just a pub; it’s a monument to community spirit and resilience. The clock is ticking for Ranchers Return—will the community answer the call?

Stay tuned for updates as this developing story unfolds.