Historic Bristol pub reopens after £400,000 refurbishment

A popular Bristol pub is to reopen after a £405,000 refurbishment.

Denmark’s Rose, which closed in February, is due to reopen at the end of July after a major refurbishment by Heineken-owned Star Pubs and pub operator Bristol.

Sam Gregory.

Approximately 15 new jobs will be created as a result of the investment.

The renovation will see the tired pub transformed into a high-end neighborhood eatery with a pop-up kitchen offering a three-monthly change of style of food – such as Korean, Mexican or burgers.

Morning coffee and pastries will also be introduced, which the area currently lacks.

Entertainment plans at The Rose of Denmark include regular live music, quiz nights and a full portfolio of televised sports.

The investment will see the exterior redecorated and new signage and lighting, as well as an outdoor seating area for food and drink.

The layout will include distinct areas that can be used for private dining. The decor will be traditional, in keeping with the historic character of the building.

Gavin Perkins, Star Pubs Business Development Manager, said: “The refurbishment of The Rose of Denmark is great news for Hotwell. Pop-up food and coffee and pastries, along with its live sports in a premium pub environment, bring something new to the area.

“Before Sam took over The Rose of Denmark, it was run by a number of interim managers. It will greatly benefit the community to have a long-term licensee, especially one of Sam’s caliber. It is a highly professional and experienced pub operator with many different types of popular pubs in its portfolio, including The Sugar Loaf in Easton, The Bell in Stokes Croft and The Crown in St Judes, each with its own distinct appeal to their neighborhoods. . I wish the team at The Rose of Denmark the best of luck and look forward to seeing them go from strength to strength.”

Sam added: “We don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach to our pubs. We look at the area, what is already on offer and identify what is missing and what the community wants. What works for one area doesn’t necessarily work for another. Hotwells has long been crying out for a decent pub with the elements we’re introducing.”