Nottingham pub says it will be 'best bar in the area' after major refurbishment

A Nottingham pub wants to be the best after unveiling a refurbishment plan to make the boozer more appealing to younger punters. The Royal Children in Castle Gate in Nottingham city centre will be extensively revamped and redecorated to attract more customers, its owner Star Pubs has revealed.

The Heineken-owned company has outlined a large investment into the venue, which includes new kitchen equipment so it can serve burgers, sharers, and sides, as well as a trendy facelift to match its new focus on craft beers. These changes, alongside the 64 seats inside the pub, will make the Royal Children the best bar in the area, the pub chain said.

Representatives said the pub, which is well-liked by Nottingham Forest fans, should predominantly appeal to "young professionals but also transient commuters who come to the city looking for great places to drink" when the work is finished. It is hoped monthly entertainment, such as live music, will also draw in students and locals to socialise with friends and colleagues.

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It will offer six craft beers from brands such as Beavertown and Brixton. Local cask ales, premium lagers, premium spirits, and cocktails will also be on offer.

Star Pubs is currently searching for a landlord to run the soon-to-be transformed pub, with a spokesperson adding: "This is a pub business with great potential, all we’re missing is the right person to drive it forward." A promotional listing, appealing for prospective managers to apply, said the annual rent for the pub was £32,048 and the estimated annual turnover was £465,619.

The new landlord would also be able to use the private accommodation above the pub, which consists of three bedrooms, a lounge, kitchen, bathroom and office. Star Pubs was contacted for further comment and for a timeline of the works but did not respond by the time of publication.