Hydes is continuing a huge investment programme across its pub estate that it started last year, with a refurbishment of the Old Plough, Ashton on Mersey.
This latest £550,000 investment follows the completion of the refurbishment of Hydes’ award-winning pub and boutique hotel, The Abel Heywood, based in Manchester’s Northern Quarter, earlier this year.
Acquired by Hydes in 1911, the Old Plough will close in early June for a full interior refurbishment. This will include new seating, a complete redecoration throughout, featuring local influences, structural enlargement and redesign of the bar area, fresh external signage, and a revitalisation of the beer garden. It will re-open on 14th July.
The pub is managed by Niamh Kenny, who was recently promoted to general manager. Niamh joined as deputy manager of the Old Plough 12 months ago, but has been with Hydes for more than seven years.
“I’m really excited about the refurbishment and I can’t wait to see what the customers make of it,” she said. “This is a real hub for the local community, and the customers are almost as excited as I am to see what it will look like! I’m especially looking forward to revamps of the vault area and the beer garden, which will really enhance our service offering.”
Adam Mayers, managing director of Hydes, said: “The Old Plough is a popular community pub and continues an investment strategy that sees us committing to the ongoing refurbishments of all pubs in our estate. This follows significant investment programmes for the previous two years, resulting in the revitalisation of multiple sites, which is key to us.
“Our sustained investment in the pub estate not only highlights the commitment to delivering exceptional customer experience, products, and services but also underpins the integral role played by our pubs in the communities they serve.
“Investment in our pubs and people is top priority at Hydes, and this will continue throughout the coming year, strengthening our offering and enhancing the overall experience for all our customers and guests.”
