16th July 2019
The final refurbishment of a pub in Tenterden has taken place this week, completing its huge transformation.
The Vine Inn is located on the town’s main high street, and has now finished its £250,000 redesign it started in April.
Manager Fraser Johnston, who worked at the pub for eight years and has now been in charge since May, is delighted to be at the helm of the project.
He said: “The Vine has been completely transformed; it is a really exciting challenge, so I was thrilled to be appointed.
“I spent eight years at The Vine, working my way up from a member of bar staff to manager.”
He added: “My wife is from Tenterden and we live just outside in St Michael’s, so when this opportunity arose at The Vine, I expressed my interest straight away.”
The pub is situated along Tenterden High Street. Picture: Ron Strutt
Its new design has created a new dining area which includes modern décor and lighting.
It has also had a contemporary bar and games room installed, as well as a complete overhaul of its menu, garden and furniture.
Live music every Saturday night and a quiz each Sunday are also now part of its rebuild, something that Shepherd Neame director Nigel Bunting describes as fantastic.
He said: “We are delighted with the results of this major investment.
“The pub looks absolutely fantastic, and we have a great team in place, working hard to ensure that The Vine Inn fulfils its incredible potential.”
The Vine Inn is open from 11am to 11pm Sunday to Thursday, and 11am to midnight on Friday and Saturday. Food is served from noon to 9pm every day.
For more information visit www.vineinntenterden.co.uk or call 01580 762718.
Picture: Paul Gillett
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