A SOMERSET pub is set to reopen with a brand-new look following a temporary closure for two months that lasted until this week.
The Crown, situated in Frome, Somerset, is a Grade II-listed pub nestled in Keyford - in January 2025, it was confirmed that the owner was temporarily closing up to give the pub a fresh look.
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Owned by Mr Simon Keyes, the pub held a temporary 'goodbye party' on January 25 - with it confirmed that the Crown would be shut for a few weeks of refurbishment.
The closure confirmed that there would be no change of ownership/management.
Known as a 'popular' pub in the Keyford area, The Crown Inn was recently nominated to become an ACV by the Keyford Area Neighbourhood Group, which says it is much more than ‘just a place to drink.’
This designation allows the local community to bid for the freehold if the owner decides to sell, helping to secure its future as a vital community hub in the area.
The pub will officially reopen tomorrow (Friday, March 21). Musician Paul Kirtley will perform there from 7:30 pm until closing time.
Speaking ahead of the pub's reopening, Mr Kirtley spoke via social media: "The Crown Inn, Keyford is open again and on Friday night I’ll be hosting a TFIF live music session from 1930 until closing time.
"We have some great memories of the TFIF sessions and Friday marks the start of a new chapter in our TFIF book. Remember, if you want to join in and sing and/or play you’re very welcome - it’ll be acoustic/ unplugged but pretty loud."
If you want to try out the Keyford local watering hole - you can find the Crown at 24 Keyford, Frome, BA11 1JW.
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