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21
Feb
Sneak Peek: The Woodlands in Harrogate reopens after £300,000 refurbishment
One of Harrogate's best known pubs is to reopen tomorrow after a £300,000 refurbishment.
The Woodlands on Wetherby Road has been closed for about six weeks for work to take place.
The Stray Ferret visited today for a glimpse of the new-look venue, which is owned by Star Pubs & Bars and managed by Paul Caunt and Matthew Carr.
The two men have been in the trade for 30 years and previously worked for Mr Carr’s father, who had the lease of the pub for many years.
Paul Caunt (left) and Matthew Carr display the plans before the refurbishment.
The yellow exterior has a new grey-blue look as well as fresh signs. The interior has also been repainted and although the layout is unaltered the red carpets have been replaced by wooden and tiled flooring to accentuate the more modern feel.
Heineken-owned Star Pubs & Bars said last month it planned to “transform it into the best family-friendly community and sports pub in the area”.
The dining area.
The new pool table.
Mr Caunt said the sports feel is one of the most noticeable changes. Besides showing live sport, The Woodlands has a new pool table. It will also host twice-weekly quizzes.
The pub will open from noon to 11pm daily and serve food from noon until 8pm except on Sundays, when the kitchen will close at 5pm.
The bar
The Woodlands can seat 50 people for food. Its new menu includes pub classics and a two for £16 deal on weekdays. New beers include Beavertown and Heineken Silver.
Mr Caunt said:
Star Pubs & Bars owns 2,400 pubs, most of which are leased to small businesses and entrepreneurs.
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