SADNESS has been expressed at a Flintshire pub's demolition.

The Feathers Inn, in Bagillt, has been demolished to make way for eight homes.

The Leader:

The pub has been closed for a number of years, but dozens of local people have taken to a local social media group to express sadness at seeing the building flattened.

One person said: "Soulless construction sucking the life out of the village yet again for financial gains. Very sad."

Another added: "Very sad. We have had some great times with great people over the years - we made fantastic memories."

A further comment said: "[It] Was a landmark in the village and good times had by lots of people over many years."

The Leader:

Other people are pleased to see that the building is no longer sat derelict.

"Had many a good night in The Feathers," one person said.

"Sad to see it coming down, but it will be a lot better than a derelict building sitting empty."

Another person said: "Such a shame to see such a beautiful building come down, but new houses will be far more beneficial than an unused, crumbling down pub."

The Leader: