Inside popular 400-year-old pub as it reopens after total transformation
14.10.2023 - 11:13
/ manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A 400-year-old Cheshire country pub has reopened its doors to punters after undergoing a total transformation.
The Bear's Head - on the A50 between Sandbach and Holmes Chapel - is back open this week with a new modern look and menu.
Work started on September 4 and a month on the pub has reopened with changes to both its interior and exterior, CheshireLive reports.
Owners say the new look pays homage to the traditional roots and picturesque location of the Bear’s Head, while also 'breathing new life into the pub giving it a fresh, contemporary feel'.
Along with a new appearance, the Bear’s Head is also offering a revamped menu which boasts a selection of popular dishes including the oven-baked chicken forestiere, seared fillets of seabass served with king prawns, or a range of signature skewers. It also includes country pub classics, such as steaks, traditional fish and chips, and home-baked pie.
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Built in 1625 and originally known as The Boars Head, The Bear’s Head has been serving the community of Brereton for almost 400 years. It was an extremely popular posting house on the London to Liverpool turnpike, becoming so busy that in the 18th century, a new wing was built, and a range of stables was constructed on the opposite side of the road.
Commenting on the pub’s new look, general manager, Rachel Weaver, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to welcome both our regulars and first-time guests to experience the Bear’s Head’s new, refreshed look.
“Whether you're seeking a picturesque setting to enjoy high-quality dining or a cosy spot by the fire to enjoy