A pub landlord says business has never been better despite the tough conditions the industry is facing. Lisa Burton says takings at The Red Lion in Badlesmere, near Faversham, have increased six-fold compared to when she took over seven years ago. She puts the success down to “hard work, a fun atmosphere” – and being the only pub in Kent to offer a fully gluten-free menu. The 56-year-old has lived in the county for the past 20 years and told KentOnline she wants to let people know that not all of Kent’s pubs are struggling. “When we first came here the pub was only taking in just over £1,500 a…
