Crickhowell pub protestors given 'more time' to raise funds

Protesters say plans to turn The Corn Exchange into a shop would 'dramatically change' the town

Campaigners trying to stop a Powys pub becoming a supermarket say they have been given more time to raise funds.

Punch Taverns had planned to put The Corn Exchange in Crickhowell up for sale to all bidders by mid-August.

But The Corn Exchange Community Investment Group (CECIG) said it has been allowed two more weeks to make a first offer following a "positive" meeting between the two.

Punch confirmed it is in "continued positive discussions" with the group.

Negotiators from CECIG said Punch was "willing to work with the town if we can reach agreement on price".

A Punch spokeswoman said opportunities "which are acceptable for all parties" were being explored.