United Kingdom, June 18 -- Prince William has made a private donation to help save a village pub.

The Prince of Wales handed over £1,000 as he hailed such bars as a "lifeline" in a letter to a campaign group who want to protect the Somerset Arms in Semington, Wiltshire, which is up for sale after being closed for three years.

According to the Daily Telegraph newspaper, he wrote to the Semington Community Benefit Society: "Our pubs have long held a unique place at the heart of British life.

"They are not simply places of hospitality, but vital spaces that bring people together, foster a sense of belonging and support the well-being of local communities.

"In rural areas, they can be a lifeline, helping to combat isolation and susta...