'Don't let our lovely local become just another pub'

THE company behind controversial plans to change the feel of a village pub say their vision will "make it a pub the local community can be proud of".

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Heineken-owned Star Pubs has moved to address the concerns of regulars, campaigners and parish councillors, who all say the revamp of the Horse & Groom, in Linby would have a detrimental impact.

Villagers have gathered more than 600 signatures on a petition presented to Gedling Borough Council to stop their unique, quirky local being turned into "another generic pub'. MP Michelle Welsh raised the matter in the House of Commons.

A spokesman for Star Pubs said: "Our intention is to invest in the Horse & Groom to make it a pub the local community can be proud of.

"The building will benefit from a fresh new look, including external redecoration and new signage.

"The interior of this much-loved community pub will see the installation of a new audiovisual system and more modern TVs, plus a brand-new sports area in a room which previously had limited use. Other areas of the interior will remain unchanged, with bar and dining areas for customers to enjoy.

"There will be an updated seasonal menu, whilst the drinks on offer will remain largely the same as before.