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Mar 2021
A crowdfunding campaign to save Stump Cross Caverns from closure has almost reached its target of £50,000.
Owner Lisa Bowerman launched the campaign last month by raffling off her prized camper van to raise vital funds. At the time of writing it's on over £45,000 with 18 days still to go.
She said she expects to reach the goal over this weekend which she said will be a "huge relief".
Lisa said launching the crowdfunder has been "the most nerve-racking thing I've ever done" but the response has shown how much the popular ancient limestone cave system is loved.
She said the business has missed out on £350,000 over the past 12 months due to covid lockdowns and restrictions. She was delivered a further blow after being refused a covid grant for cultural venues by the government.
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