The ‘fantastic investment’ will be unveiled this weekend
A Wigan pub is set to reopen this weekend following a major refurbishment of more than a quarter of a million pounds.
Wigan’s Simms Road Inn, which is located on Garswood Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield, has a history stemming as far back as 1701 and is uniquely positioned to be also considered a part of St. Helens. Its new look will be unveiled this Saturday on Valentine’s Day (February 14).
The popular pub has been given a revamp following a combined investment of £320,000 from licensee Jack Duffy, his parents Julie and Tony, and operator Admiral Taverns. The new look modernised the venue whilst also retaining a number of its key historical and identifiable features, such as its two open fireplaces.
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The full refurbishment features brand new fixtures and fittings, as well as furniture and flooring. A brand new bar has also been installed, alongside a cosy rug area and expanding its sports set-up with a new darts board and four flat screen televisions which will regularly screen Sky Sports and TNT Sports.
The pub’s exterior has also been completely revamped with new lighting, signage and a fresh coat of paint. Its spacious beer garden, which can seat up to 72 people, has also been updated. Throughout the week, the pub will have a regular schedule of entertainment including a weekly quiz night and live music once a month. They are also organising a charity walk for Williams Syndrome Foundation.
The pub’s drink offerings include Guinness, Peroni, Cruzcampo, Birra Moretti and more, as well as a range of cocktails. There will be a range of offers throughout the week, including two cocktails for £12, as well as a food menu featuring traditional pub favourites like braised steak, homemade pies, and fish and chips, as well as sharing platters and sides like fried mushrooms, garlic bread, prawns, chicken goujons and chilli nachos.
Licensee Jack, who runs the pub with the support of his parents, said the intention of the new look was to ensure there is something for everyone. He added that his memories of visiting pubs as a child will help him continue to angle the venue as family-friendly. “We’re really thrilled with the results of this fantastic investment so far,” Jack said.
“We look forward to welcoming regular and new customers through the doors this week. We have loved every minute of our time at the Simms Road Inn so far and I would like to thank everyone, from our family and friends to our customers and of course the team at Admiral Taverns, for all their ongoing support so far. I look forward to everything the future holds for this fantastic community pub!”
Ashleigh Kirk, Business Development Manager at Admiral Taverns, added: “Jack, Tony and Julie have brought a real passion and dedication to the pub since taking it over and they have built a strong community focused local that I am sure residents will enjoy.
“On behalf of myself and everyone at Admiral Taverns, I wish them and the entire team at the Simms Road Inn the best of luck in the future.”
Simms Road Inn is on 532 Garswood Rd, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 0XH.