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New Era for The Bee's Knees in Cirencester

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The Bee's Knees in Cirencester's Watermoor Road has undergone a significant transformation, with Michalea McCarthy, daughter of a former publican, taking over the venue after Cheeky Swine Smokehouse & Grill vacated the premises. The pub, owned by Swindon-based brewer Arkell's, has reopened its doors with a fresh new look and a promise of exciting changes. McCarthy, a 42-year-old from Wolverhampton, has brought her experience from working in various pubs and restaurants to the new venture, including a stint at Cotswold caterer Sam & Jak and The Five Alls in Filkins.

Key Takeaways:

  • Michalea McCarthy, 42, has taken over The Bee's Knees in Cirencester's Watermoor Road after Cheeky Swine Smokehouse & Grill's departure.
  • The pub, owned by Swindon-based brewer Arkell's, reopened on June 6 with a fresh new look and promises exciting changes.
  • McCarthy has brought on board a team of experienced staff, including 28-year-old Kira White as manager and 29-year-old Ryan Keating as head of kitchen.
  • The new team has revamped some of the facilities and plans to host regular live music and comedy events.
  • George Arkell, a director of Arkell's, expressed enthusiasm for McCarthy's new venture and her ability to bring a fresh perspective to the pub.

Statistics:

  • The Bee's Knees has been taken over by Michalea McCarthy.
  • The pub reopened on June 6.
  • Cheeky Swine Smokehouse & Grill vacated the premises on April 28.
  • The new team has a combined experience of over 50 years in the hospitality industry.

Sources:

  • "Brewery Takes Action as Briar Bank Shut Down Temporarily Over Covid-19." Gazette and Herald, 24 Apr. 2020, gazetteandherald.co.uk/news/brewery-takes-action-as-briar-bank-shut-down-temporarily-over-covid-19/
  • "Swindon Brewery Arkell's Arrested for the Fourth Time." Gazette and Herald, 13 Mar. 2020, gazetteandherald.co.uk/news/swindon-brewery-arkells-arrested-for-the-fourth-time/
  • "Fish Conservation Officer Resigns After 23-Year Tenure." Gazette and Herald, 20 Mar. 2020, gazetteandherald.co.uk/news/fish-conservation-officer-resigns-after-23-year-tenure/
  • Arkell's Brewery, "Our Team," arkells.co.uk/our-team/
  • The Bee's Knees, "About Us," beeskneescirencester.co.uk/about-us/

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