Rural

Community Spirit Shines At Marlborough's Woodbourne Tavern

"It's the backbone of the community, providing a support network for that rural community," Ingpen says.

Delving into the heart and soul of Marlborough's rural community, Co-Owner of the Woodbourne Tavern, aka 'The Woody', Rowan Ingpen talks about the important role places like The Woody play in smaller, less populated communities.

Ingpen explains the unique story of how his family came to own and operate the tavern, the annual hunting events that bring patrons together with a shared goal and what makes his local community so special.

Listen to the full chat between Rowen Ingpen and Dominic George above.

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