Heartwood Inns Expands into Hampshire with 30th Pub

Strategic Insights -

Heartwood Inns has chosen Lymington in Hampshire as the location for its 30th pub, marking a significant milestone in the group's expansion plans. The pub, which is part of the Heartwood Collection, a group that also operates 14 Brasserie Blanc restaurants, aims to become the market-leading operator of freehold premium pubs and pubs-with-rooms in the UK. The Alchemy-backed business, which rebranded in July 2023, plans to open 60 sites by 2027.

Key Takeaways:

  • The White Hart pub in Lymington has undergone a significant refurbishment, including the addition of an extension to create over 150 internal dining seats and 50 seats outside.
  • The pub boasts a beamed bar with fireplaces and semi-private spaces for private dining, offering a unique and cozy atmosphere.
  • General Manager Pete Hider and Head Chef Amaresh Nandan will lead the team, offering a seasonally changing, sustainably sourced menu with a three-star rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association.
  • The pub will host a range of activities to celebrate its opening, including live music, face painting, and a petting zoo in the garden.
  • Heartwood Collection CEO Richard Ferrier expressed excitement about restoring the pub to the heart of the community, citing the town's history and charm.
  • The Mayor of Lymington & Pennington, Colm McCarthy, officially opened the pub to welcome the community.

Statistics:

  • Heartwood Inns has 30 pubs, with plans to open 60 sites by 2027.
  • The pub has undergone a major refurbishment, adding over 200 seats internally and externally.
  • The pub's menu will be seasonally changing and sustainably sourced, with a three-star rating from the Sustainable Restaurant Association.

Sources:

  • Heartwood Collection Group([])