A community pub has reopened after a £195,000 makeover with upgrades to its sports offering.
Visitors to the Beacon pub in Eston can now watch live Sky Sports and BT Sports, and can also play darts and pool games.
The pub on Churchill Road is part of the award-winning Craft Union Pub Company, who were named the Best Community Operator at the 2022 Publican Awards.
Welcoming guests to The Beacon is new manager, Pam Keenan. She brings a wealth of experience to the all-important role having worked in hospitality for 30 years.
Delighted with the pub’s refreshed look she said: “I’m excited to be here at The Beacon as it welcomes customers back following the refurb. It looks amazing inside and out.
“I’m enjoying getting to know the people of Eston and beyond. There is such a great community atmosphere and now it has all the added benefits of top sports, quality drinks and friendly service so it’s a brilliant place to sit back and relax.
“It’s a warm and welcoming pub with plenty of comfy seating and lots going on whether it’s TV sports, pool or darts, or live entertainment.
“Everyone is loving the new look and meeting up with friends, family and neighbours. It has kept all its character while offering today’s added comforts and leading technology.”
The bar menu has been extended and features local, national and international beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks.
Pam added: “This is the place to come for a refreshing pint, glass of wine, gin and tonic or whatever takes your fancy. There is a brilliant drinks selection without eye watering prices and some good value offers available throughout the year.”
It’s thought the pub’s name is linked to the Iron Age fort, the Eston Nab, which was crowned with a beacon or lighthouse, possibly as early as the Saxon period. Later it was one of a ring of beacons to warn of any advancing enemy along the River Tees.
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