Beloved community pub The Meon prepares to reopen following extensive makeover costing £130,000
A pub will reopen
Old meets new at a traditional boozer that has benefited from a facelift following an injection of cash.
Owned by Admiral Taverns, The Meon in Milton, is preparing to reopen on Saturday, August 8 after undergoing an extensive makeover costing £130,000.
After running the pub for the past eleven years, licensee Rachel Pitt, said she hopes the refurbishment will rejuvenate the pub, which now has a stylish and fresh aesthetic combined with existing character features.
She said:“It’s been amazing to see the transformation of the pub over the past few weeks. I hope customers old and new will love the new look when they visit. I’ve enjoyed my time at The Meon so far, and I am now excited for the future of this great pub.
“We are massive supporters of Portsmouth FC and can’t wait for the start of the season. We also have a highly successful football team as well as a thriving golf society to welcome back. The Meon has always been successful due to our loyal customers, and I hope this will continue for many years to come. Our fantastic team of bar staff can’t wait to welcome everyone back into the pub”
Internally, the pub’s refurbishment has included new fixtures, decor and bespoke darts area. Externally, The Meon has been refreshed to include new lighting and a fresh coat of paint to welcome visitors.
Following the refurbishment, the pub will host a wide range of drinks to welcome long-time locals and new customers back.
Stuart Watts, business development manager at Admiral Taverns, added:“It’s brilliant to see the Meon opening its doors again after such a fantastic transformation, where Rachel and the team have put in an incredible amount of hard work to make sure every detail is just right.
“This pub is a vital part of the local community, and I have no doubt that the team here will be looking after locals for a long time to come. On behalf of everyone at Admiral Taverns, I want to wish Rachel and the entire team all the best for the future.”