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A village with no shops and no buses has now seen its pub hit the market. Historic The Plough Inn, in Ripple, near Deal, is a firm favourite of residents being one of very few facilities close by. However the 300-year-old pub went up for sale this week with a price tag of £550,000. Landlord Brian Davies previously told KentOnline that he was planning on closing due to general pressure on the hospitality trade and increased competition. The tavern was listed as an asset of community value by Dover District Council last year It means it cannot be redeveloped, and villagers were given the chance …

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