A ONCE popular Somerset pub is reopening this week with a slightly different look and team.
The Queens Head Inn, situated in a popular area on Minehead's high street, has been taken over after months of looking for a change in leadership and is reopening tomorrow (Friday, December 20) at 12pm.
The former Minehead pub's owner released a statement online via Facebook last month (November 2) asking if anyone would consider running the Queens Head.
Since the online post, a mystery has surrounded whether or not the pub was ever going to reopen - with the County Gazette receiving no response from the Queens Head despite multiple interaction attempts.
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Now owned by Valiant Pub Company, it is confirmed that a new pub manager has been hired to replace the outgoing manager along with some fresh faces on the bar staff team.
The pub has revealed that the premises are dog-friendly and that food is planned to be sold from next month (January 2025) - with carvery plans in the works.
The new team at the Queens head announced they were soft launching the pub today from 6pm to show live sport and meet people from the Minehead community.
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The pub features a skittle alley and games room with two pool tables, a darts board, and multiple TVs.
The Minehead local has also become a sports bar - and is set to show multiple sports heading into the new year including football, boxing, MMA, and more.
"Currently we have only got some national brands (doombar, wainwright, hobgoblin)," said a spokesperson from the Queens Head. "But we are looking to set up with some good local breweries.
"Before the big day, we’re having a soft launch evening tonight to make sure our lovely staff will be ready for the big Friday.
"So why not pop in, enjoy a cheeky pint, and let us know how we can make it even more homely and cosy for you?
"The fire’s warm, the drinks are ready, and we’re excited to welcome you! See you soon!"
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