Popular pub has a new look

The Widdrington Inn has undergone a big transformation.
Rachel and Daniel Curtis at the Widdrington Inn, which has undergone a major refurbishment.  Picture by Jane Coltman.Rachel and Daniel Curtis at the Widdrington Inn, which has undergone a major refurbishment.  Picture by Jane Coltman.
Rachel and Daniel Curtis at the Widdrington Inn, which has undergone a major refurbishment. Picture by Jane Coltman.

A £140,000 joint refurbishment has been carried out by Star Pubs & Bars and licensees Rachel and Daniel Curtis.

The new look is a classic country pub with a 21st century touch. It now has a comfy and cosy ambience with wooden panelling and an abundance of greens and earthy colours and country tweed upholstery, as well as new carpeting, slate and wooden flooring.

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As a result of the refurbishment, part of the bar area has been reconfigured to create a multi-functional lounge/dining area.

The number of covers at the pub has also increased by 25 per cent to 104.

Rachel said: “It’s transformed the pub.

“We have a loyal following, but that was because of the food and the friendly service we provide. It’s all come together now – the food, drink, service and the pub itself are all the same standard.

“Customers absolutely love the new look, as do we, and we’ve been really busy since we re-opened.”

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Managing director of Star Pubs & Bars Lawson Mountstevens said Rachel and Daniel, who is the chef at the pub, had done a great job building a reputation for good food at The Widdrington Inn “in-spite of the tired look”.

He added: “The major refurbishment has created more space for diners and a comfortable, inviting interior, so they can now grow their business further.”