Pub reopens after a £400K refurbishment and new concept
A pub has reopened following a nearly half-a-million transformation with a new concept.
The Sparking Clog reopened on Friday, March 14 with the new "two-door pub" concept, which divides the pub between a bar area and family lounge.
The Radcliffe pub closed last month as work began on Monday, February 17.
The owners spent £406k on the transformation which includes a central partition to separate the two spaces.
Gary Hanmer, general manager of The Sparking Cog, said: "We can't wait to show our wonderful guests the result of our refurbishment.
"With the inclusion of new TVs and sports channels, we hope our customers join us to enjoy this year's big summer of sports.
"We can't wait to have our loyal customers back!"
The Sparking Clog in Radcliffe reopened after the nearly half a million pounds refurbishment (Image: Claire Wood Photography)Have a story? Get in touch at eoin.mccaul@newsquest.co.uk
The new bar area includes 4K big-screen TVs with TNT and Sky Sports - letting punters enjoy a range of fixtures.
Staff member Andy Kay was chosen to be the pub's "community hero", pulling the very first pint to mark the pub's opening in honour of Down syndrome awareness.
(Image: Claire Wood Photography)
Andy is said to be a well-loved member of the pub and local community, having been a huge part of the pub during the four years he has worked there.
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The Sparking Clog is a dog-friendly pub and will be running a variety of events to mark its opening, including a children's disco on Saturday, March 22 and 29.
The pub aims for a "community feel" and has a beer garden, so that punters can drink and dine inside or out.
Locals can continue to expect the pub to serve popular favourites such as hand-battered fish and chips and southern fried chicken burgers.
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