Joshua Bradley, Gee Cross
Client. Hydes Brewery
Contract Value. £1.1m
Winner, Publican Magazine, ‘Best Managed Pub’, an all-embracing national award for the best management, best design, best service standards etc.
A Hyde`s Heritage Inn and former grand Victorian residence, set in 3 acres of gardens and woodland, this building was converted into a destination pub with a quality food offering, wedding venue, function and bridal suites and extensive al fresco dining facilities.
Much of the original grand interior had disappeared, and so extensive use of salvaged mahogany wall paneling was employed to help restore it to some of its original grandeur, along with reclaimed stone fire surrounds, massive period chandeliers to hang in the stairwell were designed, old stone floors revived – and even Victorian high level flush box w.c.`s. An orangery restaurant was added, which doubles as a function room, along with a glass-backed bar looking into the extensive authentic wine cellar.
The original stables were refurbished as an additional function/wedding facility at first floor, with a cafe for families with children wishing to enjoy the woodland walks and duck pond.
An area of the garden is also seyt up to receive a marquis for additional functions .
