Favourite village pub back on song

THE Holly Bush – the hidden gem in the heart of the Cheshire village of Bollington – is back by popular demand.

The hostelry has been restored to its former glory thanks to an investment by Robinsons Brewery and an extensive five-week refurbishment programme.

Originally built in 1935, the Holly Bush – a rare example of a ‘Brewer’s Tudor’ style pub from this period – is a Grade II-listed building and part of the National Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors.

As such, the scheme had to be in keeping with the period and locality of the pub; safeguarding its historic features and ensuring authenticity throughout.
 
Susan Forbes, business developer manager for Robinsons Brewery, said: “The Holly Bush has been out of trade since 2013. However, the brewery and local community didn’t want to give up on it. In order to bring the Holly Bush back to life a modern makeover was desperately needed.”

Licensee and multiple-Robinsons-operator, Carl Butterfield, said: “Before the official re-opening, we hosted a ‘VIP’ evening to welcome the local community back to the pub after the long closure. More than 100 people attended, planning officer, conservation officer, residents and local businesses who all provided fantastic feedback.”