£480k plan to overhaul ‘dated’ pub
FIRM WANTS NEW OPERATOR FOR REFURBISHED PREMISES
A ‘dated’ pub in the heart of Beeston is looking for someone to take the wheel as plans are revealed for a major transformation.
Nestled in an area that has had significant investment and changes over recent years, The White Lion in Middle Street, Beeston is set for a complete overhaul.
Plans have been revealed by owner, Star Pubs & Bars, for a £481,000 refurbishment to breathe new life into the pub.
The plans are subject to a final board approval once a lease agreement has been made with a new operator.
But with Beeston high street’s new eight-screen cinema and 132-home apartment complex being built just a stone’s throw from the pub, owners believe ‘foot-fall is ever growing,’ making it an exciting opportunity.
A planning application has been submitted to Broxtowe Borough Council to carry out a full refurbishment of the premises, both inside and out.
The design proposals include an upgraded kitchen with extension and a redesigned serving area to match plans for a premium food and drink offer.
The main bar area will be completely refurbished and the lounge space will also be redecorated with more stylish designs.
Space for more customers will be added at the rear of the pub, where the existing toilets and storeroom will be removed and relocated.
The kitchen will be extended and redecorated throughout, with new appliances and equipment to suit the proposed new menu, whilst creating a bigger space to cope with the additional covers. The existing beer garden will be refurbished to make the space more welcoming and can be accessed through new aluminium bi-fold doors which will also replace ground floor windows. The external area and signage will be refreshed to enhance the pub’s kerb appeal and highlight the new and improved offer to passing customers.
A new metal feature porch will illuminate the entrance to a more contemporary interior design including aged leather and bright fabrics.
To freshen up the outer appearance, pictures show new timber cladding to contrast with a more vibrant teal colour, along with more eye-catching signage.
Details on the Star Pubs & Bars website reads: “The White Lion is set to become a thriving hub in Beeston, completely transformed from the dated, wet-led pub it once was.
“It will be an exciting and modern venue, enhanced by a contemporary interior design and stylish features.”
A spokesperson from Star Pubs & Bars said: “Subject to recruiting a new operator, we would like to undertake a major refurbishment of the White Lion to transform it into a thriving hub for the local Beeston community.
“It is in a great location which together with its new, stylish contemporary interior, fantastic beer garden and top quality food and drink, will create a vibrant atmosphere and broaden its appeal. Anyone interested, can find more information at: www.starpubs. co.uk or call our recruitment team on 08085 949596.”