UK: The Purple Lion pub and lodge has reopened in Leytonstone, north-east London, following a £750,000 restoration.
Owned by City Pubs and Bars, the venue features a 10-bedroom boutique lodge and a grand ballroom.
The lodge, opened in 2019, provides a mix of restored authentic options and classic décor. All of the rooms characteristic good TVs and keyless entry, whereas the suite provides a comfortable studying nook and bunk beds for households.
The pub itself initially opened in 1870 and has hosted a number of the largest bands of the Seventies, together with Led Zeppelin, The Who, Genesis, Sure, and Roxy Music.
It options two operate rooms: the Grand Ballroom, which might accommodate as much as 350 visitors for weddings, reside performances, and personal occasions, and a smaller house with a capability of 70 visitors.
The beer backyard has additionally been refurbished, now providing new coated cubicles and street-art-inspired murals.
Following six weeks of restoration, the Purple Lion reopened to the general public on Friday, twenty first February.
Chris Hill, managing director at City Pubs and Bars, stated: “The Purple Lion is one among east London’s most beloved pubs, with a historical past that few can match. From legendary gigs to being on the coronary heart of the neighborhood, it has a narrative value preserving.”
“This refurbishment was about honouring that legacy whereas guaranteeing the Purple Lion is as soon as once more one among London’s must-visit pubs. We’re thrilled to welcome visitors again for a drink, a meal, or perhaps a keep in our boutique lodge.”
