Phoenix emerges from the flames as landmark pub re-opens after £2m investment
A landmark pub has re-opened its doors for the first time since being devastated by a fire in 2014.
The iconic Queens Head in Troutbeck has been restored following a £2m investment by Robinsons Brewery in Stockport.
The Grade II listed pub features several large drinking and dining areas with a focus around three original fireplaces and the pub’s unique and striking bar – a former four poster bed which survived the fire.
The famous bar, constructed from an Elizabethan four poster bed which originated from Appleby Castle, uses several different pieces of antique furniture. Inscribed ‘1714’, parts of the frame are rumoured to be as early as the 17th century.
Upstairs, the pub features 10 newly-refurbished en-suite guest bedrooms.
Samantha Robinson, general manager for the Queens Head, said: “It’s been a long journey to get to this point and we wouldn’t have been able to get here without the support of our local community. We are proud to be able to give this pub back to the people of Troutbeck and to pick up where we left off; serving a great range of cask ales, spirits, wines, beer and, of course, hearty Cumbrian food. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back, muddy boots, paws and all.”
William Robinson, managing director of Robinsons Brewery (pubs division), said: “The outpouring of support from everyone in the community has been fantastic and it was a great moment to share the reopening of this historic pub with the firefighters who helped to save it. We want to thank everyone for all their help and well wishes throughout this restoration and we hope the Queens Head will continue to serve the community for many generations to come.”
