A BUSINESSMAN has officially announced plans to take over the Spread Eagle in Hereford.
Adam Wilcox, who also runs The Swan Inn on Aylestone Hill said taking over the closed Spread Eagle in King Street is a big job and the majority of the refurbishment will be done by his team.
The works will be taking place from mid‑April for roughly two and a half months, transforming the site into a new pub and restaurant.
Hotel rooms will follow later in the year, with an expected opening around September or October, depending on progress.
"We wanted to take it over as we love the location next to the cathedral, we knew we could get a great deal on it due to its recent struggles and the fact it is very run down at present," Mr Wilcox said.
"By choosing to refurbish the unit we are increasing the value of it, so we knew we could establish a fantastic rent from the landlords, which we have."
The freelance pub operator, who works directly with breweries, pub companies, and freehold landlords and also oversees The Cock and Magpie in Bewdley, aims to create a smart and classy venue featuring a bar, restaurant and hotel.
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Mr Wilcox said: "It will be a smart, classy, yet traditional re-model, with excellent pricing on both drinks and meals."
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The establishment will also be giving discounts for people who have paid for parking.
The 17th century Grade II listed King Street address was a former coaching inn, which was used as stables, and once housed a zoo in the 1940s .
It has also been a hotel and a fish and chip restaurant, which fell foul of planning laws with a colourful paint job.
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