Robinsons invests in three Cheshire pubs

Stockport-based family-run brewery, Robinsons, have announced investments to improve three of its pubs in Congleton, Cheshire.

As part of the brewery’s commitment to developing its pub estate, the recently reopened opened Church House, Buglawton, the Waggon and Horses, Eaton and the recently acquired Swettenham Arms in the Cheshire town will all benefit from substantial investments.

The Church House, Buglawton, benefited from a major refurbishment and opened on 9^th June. The pub has received a sympathetic investment which respects its 1930’s Arts and Crafts style. The alterations include a new bar, and an extension to the rear which includes a larger kitchen area to cater for the increase in dining covers, as well as an enlargement and landscaping of the beer garden.

The Waggon and Horses will close in July for a 5-month refurbishment, benefitting from a large extension to link the bar area around to the extensive beer garden, with a new entrance to the side.  The investment includes a full renovation of the letting bedrooms, and the creation of a new kitchen to the rear of the pub.

16th Century inn, The Swettenham Arms was acquired by Robinsons in August of last year to expand the brewery’s managed pub estate. Work will begin for eight weeks in January 2023 on refurbishment to the trade area and an extension of the kitchen. The pub remains open to customers until the new year.

William Robinson, Managing Director of Robinsons Brewery (Pub Division), said:

“Last year, we invested significant amount of capital expenditure across our pub estate. We are continuing our developments into this year and planning for 2023. Our focus for Congleton in particular centres around developing food opportunities, creating additional jobs and restoring these landmark local pubs. We were proud finalists for Best Brewing Pub Company at the 2022 Publican Awards in recognising our efforts during the pandemic and our commitment to investing in our pubs.”