An historic country pub south of York has just launched a new menu and afternoon tea to celebrate its £150K transformation.
The Drovers Arms at Skipwith has also unveiled a new menu following a 17-day renovation.
MattGray Hospitality bought the pub in 2013. After running it for ten years, they decided the time was right to improve the decor and brought in Harrogate-based Studio Two Interiors to do the designs.
The look is inspired by the North Yorkshire countryside and uses bespoke furnishings, mood lighting and a curated colour scheme to create a contemporary and stylish space. The renovation work was contracted to Skipwith based Green Oak Developments Limited.
Structural improvements, such as double glazing and upgraded heating make it more energy-efficient and comfortable for all.
The tables and chairs previously used in the pub were donated to Community Furniture Store Selby, an initiative that puts pre-owned furniture back into circulation.
Managing director of MattGray Hospitality Graham Usher said: “We are thrilled to reintroduce The Drovers Arms to the Yorkshire food scene and local community with a fresh new look and menu, alongside our commitment to exceptional service, locally sourced cuisine and championing the Yorkshire hospitality industry.
“Our goal was to create a stylish, warm and inviting space where guests can enjoy outstanding food, drinks, and Yorkshire service with a smile, and I can’t wait see this develop over the summer.”
Head chef Mike Cummings has more than 20 years’ experience in top kitchens including the Saddle Inn and Elmbank Hotel in York.
As well as the new menu based around local ingredients from suppliers including The Yorkshire Dales Meat Company and FR Fowlers & Son, a Drovers Arms afternoon tea goes live from tomorrow (Friday, 3 May).
MattGray Hospitality was founded by Graham Usher and Matthew Rose in 2018 providing consulting expertise and fully managed estates for clients in the hospitality industry, from independents to larger brands like Hilton, Bespoke Hotels & Best Western GB.
They are also the same team behind The Inn South Stainley.