Emma Byrne

Emma Byrne is a relative newcomer to Wiltshire, just 9 years ago  she arrived from London and it was a massive change to her  life and that of her family. She says ‘The Barge Inn was the first place I ever visited in Wiltshire and it made an impact on me that hasn’t left. This pub is very special to many people, unique in that it has a real sense of community among people from many walks of life and from many places around the globe. I have met what have turned out to be very good friends here and every year they return for a reunion. It is also a meeting place for local folk, to meet, chew the fat and put the world to rights! I feel comfortable in its surroundings and can walk in on my own and feel welcomed and always spot a familiar face. It would be terrible if the Barge was purchased by someone who wanted to turn it into any other rural public house because it isnt just a pub, it is a meeting place for people who have a connection with this beautiful part of the world.’