A Staffordshire pub has re-opened its doors with a new look and a new menu packed with locally sourced foods. The Redmore, on Hayfield Hill, re-opened after a £150,000 investment by Punch Taverns and its new licensees.

The refurbishment has created a fantastic new look for the pub, with a new conservatory, the creation of a comfy seating zone and a fresh look inside. And to complement the new design, licensees Steven Lee and Daniel Child have created a food offer featuring the very best of Staffordshire foods, with a wine list matched to the menu.

“The pub is in a fantastic location, with amazing views across the Staffordshire countryside and thanks to the new investment, the inside now matches up to the outside,” Steven said.

“The investment has created a fantastic comfy zone, where people can sit and relax while they eat and drink, as well as a more traditional dining area which seats 48 people, and of course the bar. And the conservatory has become a haven for customers wanting to relax and look at the amazing countryside and the lucky ones may even spot the deer in the fields at the end of our garden.”

The pair both have a background in the pub industry, Steve has worked with big brands including All Bar One, Chef and Brewer and locally at the Nelson as Licensee and chef, while Dan has experience running kitchens, and more recently managing at the Drill in Burntwood. It’s this experience which has helped them put together the locally sourced food and diverse wine menus.

“We wanted to create a menu which reflected the fantastic range of food which is available on our doorstep in Staffordshire, so we have worked with local suppliers to find the very best foods from the region,” said Dan.

“On the menu, which will change regularly with seasonal specials, will be classics like Ribeye Steak with Béarnaise and Slow Roast Pork Belly, using locally sourced meat from Robinsons Butchers.

“We have already created a diverse wine menu which includes 28 wines from around the world, which have been chosen to match the food.

“Our team of experienced staff will be on hand to advise customers on the origin of the products and which wine will work well with which food.

“We want to create an environment where people can enjoy eating and drinking and enjoy the great views in a relaxed atmosphere.”

Punch Taverns Business Relationship Manager Stuart Plant said Steven and Daniel had created a strong, food led concept, which made the most of the pub’s location.

“Steven and Daniel have tapped into the growing market in locally sourced food and the continued growth in the wine market,” he said.

“The Redmore has a great, fresh look which should see new and old customers visiting the pub and helping making the business a real success.”