Building work has started on a £243,000 revamp of The Crown on the market square in the centre of Rugby with a view to its re-opening at the end of next month, having created six new jobs.
Every element of the interior will benefit from the investment including the installation of new furniture, wide planked timber floors, a feature fire place, carpet and lighting and redecoration of the toilets.
Local resident Joe Wild will be taking on the management of the pub, and says: “I am looking forward to opening the doors, meeting customers, and getting to know them. I want The Crown to offer relaxed top-quality drinks, good company, and great service – the sort of place I would like to go.
Nathan Darby, Star Pubs Business Development Manager, said: “The Crown is a lovely characterful pub in a prominent location in the town. In has become tired looking in recent times and so fallen out of favour. With its upgrade, new look and with Joe at the helm I am sure it will become a popular town centre local once again. I wish him and his new team every success.”
The refurbishment at The Crown is part of a £39m investment that Star Pubs & Bars is making in 621 pubs in 2024.
