Do you want to become the landlord of a whole island? Like a legit king of this island.?Applications have opened to become the 'king' and pub landlord of a remote British island.
This island named Piel Island?is off the coast of Cumbria on the border with Scotland. It requires someone to?fit to manage the special Ship Inn pub.?If you get the job then you will be crowned 'King of Piel' and will get a cool coronation ceremony.
Until now, a temporary partnership called the Piel Island Pub Company ran the pub following its reopening in July after lockdowns.?However, a more permanent suitor is now sought and in January the hunt will get serious for the right landlord who has ¡®sound local knowledge¡¯.
The applicant who actually gets the job will not only take care of the pub but will also take care of the island and its cleanliness.?
Over 300 years old, the Ship Inn has a tradition that sees each new landlord crowned ¡®King of Piel.¡¯ The chosen one sits in an ancient chair, wears a helmet and holds a sword while alcohol is poured over their head.? ?
The island which is situated on the tip of the Furness Peninsula is reachable by a ferry that runs from April to September or by a guided walk along the sands.?A castle, looked after by English Heritage, was built on the island in the early 1300s by the monks of Furness Abbey in order to put off Scottish raiders.
The island is also very rich in history in addition to being beautiful.?
The island¡¯s future was discussed last week by Barrow Borough Council¡¯s Overview and Scrutiny Committee. ¡®It¡¯s important that the right people are installed, people with sound local knowledge, a feel for the island and its history,¡¯ said Committee vice-chair, Councillor Frank Cassidy.
Meanwhile, Sandra Baines, head of visitor economy and culture at the council added it¡¯s ¡®very much about preserving its beauty, its natural habitat.¡¯ However, living on the island is not as comfortable as people may assume.?
You are isolated at the end of the day, it is a task to go through day to day activities. So, you're planning to apply think bout it very hard.?
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