Nice pubs in Leicester

[westernpark]

3 minutes ago, Paninistickers said:

https://plunkett.co.uk/how-we-help/

 

That said as @westernpark says, it rings a bell that it has planning for conversion

I think it would need about 1million minimum to sort it out, even when not changing use. 

[Wolfox]

2 hours ago, westernpark said:

I think it would need about 1million minimum to sort it out, even when not changing use. 

You’re probably right, I’ve heard it’s been ripped up a bit inside too

[Stadt]

Probably more than £1m tbh. 
 

Pubs that are in good nick but just want refurbishing regularly spend 500k.

 

The BB probably needs a new roof, new electrics, re-plumbing, bathrooms, damp-proofing etc. The joinery alone runs into 6 figures.

 

However if somebody gets the ball rolling I’d put a few hundred in.

[Lako42]

I'm in 

 

 

[Chris_OGrady]

I’m in for a few hundred 

[Unabomber]

If this is serious I’m in for £100 if it’s not I’m in for £1000

[bovril]

What would the name be - the Inflatable Dinosaur?

[Wolfox]

My post wasn’t serious, but a flight of fancy, but if someone did take it on, I’d back it and donate my time too….

 

Who wants to step up?!!!

[grobyfox1990]

39 minutes ago, Wolfox said:

My post wasn’t serious, but a flight of fancy, but if someone did take it on, I’d back it and donate my time too….

 

Who wants to step up?!!!

I can help create a fund and domicile it offshore. Dunno anything else though 

[kenny]

11 hours ago, Paninistickers said:

https://plunkett.co.uk/how-we-help/

 

That said as @westernpark says, it rings a bell that it has planning for conversion

 

Edit; think local property developer owns it - Vijay Patel of Aimrok, who seems quite philanthropic. He might be persuadable 

I think planning has been approved for this now.

[westernpark]

Salmon wallpaper has invaded the King Head. Thankfully they can keep a pint and conversation their still!

[westernpark]

Old Horse looking for new landlords. Never been a fan personally but that’s probably because I don’t like a country pub feel in the city.

[SemperEadem]

How is the Offie doing these days?

[Voll Blau]

Signage has gone up at Charnwood's new micropub in Barrow, The Fox Cub.

 

Had a nice Sunchaser at the revamped Soar Bridge Inn the other week. I'd not been in before but it didn't appear to have been too gutted by an Everard's makeover.

[The Syrup]

A pub in Nottinghamshire has been named as the best hospitality business at the Leicestershire business awards 2024, the Stuart Broad co-owned pub Tap & Run in Upper Broughton... although to be fair the pub is literally metres from the Leicestershire border, and has an LE postcode and Melton phone number. It's the pub that burnt down a few years ago.

https://www.meltontimes.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/top-local-award-for-village-pub-4714149

[SemperEadem]

On 27/06/2024 at 20:43, westernpark said:

Sommar has closed down. 

Went passed it yesterday morning, no sign of any work inside yet from any future tenant. 

[Suzie the Fox]

On 24/07/2024 at 10:25, The Syrup said:

A pub in Nottinghamshire has been named as the best hospitality business at the Leicestershire business awards 2024, the Stuart Broad co-owned pub Tap & Run in Upper Broughton... although to be fair the pub is literally metres from the Leicestershire border, and has an LE postcode and Melton phone number. It's the pub that burnt down a few years ago.

https://www.meltontimes.co.uk/lifestyle/food-and-drink/top-local-award-for-village-pub-4714149

Great place and lovely food, been a couple of times now. Highly recommend. 

[westernpark]

4 hours ago, SemperEadem said:

Went passed it yesterday morning, no sign of any work inside yet from any future tenant. 

A good craft place could easily work there. The tickers of Leicester gave Sommar a good go but if you can’t chat beer or do small talk, it won’t work. Plus the decor was crap.

[westernpark]

Went to Black Horse on Braunstone Gate last night, old landlord was back.

[CosbehFox]

4 minutes ago, westernpark said:

Went to Black Horse on Braunstone Gate last night, old landlord was back.

Where's the sick bucket emoji 

[RonnieTodger]

Technically over the Nottinghamshire border, but I went to the Tap & Run on Saturday. Owned by Stuart Broad and Harry Gurney. 
 

More of a food venue but the beer selection was really good and it’s a lovely place. 

[westernpark]

A few pints in Nine Bar last night. I should go there more often, was lovely sitting out and some nice beer choices, albeit only on Keg. 

[Stadt]

8 hours ago, westernpark said:

A few pints in Nine Bar last night. I should go there more often, was lovely sitting out and some nice beer choices, albeit only on Keg. 

Burgers are good value 

[westernpark]

4 hours ago, Stadt said:

Burgers are good value 

Anything is a bonus to avoid the old but re-emerged landlord at the Black Horse

[SemperEadem]

20 hours ago, westernpark said:

A few pints in Nine Bar last night. I should go there more often, was lovely sitting out and some nice beer choices, albeit only on Keg. 

And im sure for the fact is it is one of the only ‘cool’ places in Leicester. To be an indie and last so long is a hell of an achievement.