A neighbourhood pub has undergone a ‘glow-up’ transformation as it welcomes people through its doors.
The King’s Corner in Oakwood, Derby has become one of the first Marston’s pubs to reopen as a Woodie’s with a new family-focused offer to provide shared good times for all the family.
An exciting refurbishment has seen the much-loved community pub transformed with a new bar.
There is now a designated dining area for locals to enjoy a relaxed drink or meal, as well as new furniture and cosy décor, to make customers feel at home.
The much-loved community pub also now features Woodie’s Den, a magical woodland-themed area where kids will be able to let their imaginations run wild, with games, activities, and special events.
Kids discos will be held in Woodie’s Den every Friday night from 4pm till 6pm, with craft sessions also taking place every Saturday from 12pm till 2pm.
When the sun is shining, children can explore the garden and let loose in the outdoor play area, while parents relax nearby with a meal or drink in hand.
The King’s Corner reopened its doors last week, with pub regular, 95-year-old Dennis Dean joining General Manager Phil Brown in pouring the first pint.
Dennis, a war veteran, has set up youth groups in the local area and first visited the pub when it opened in 1993.
Also in attendance were members of local community group, Dementia Friends Oakwood, who cut a ceremonial ribbon outside the pub, officially opening its doors.
To ensure that locals could feel part of the fabric of Woodie’s from the outset, The King’s Corner offered local guests a Pint For Your Past - giving away free pints in exchange for local stories and memories of the pub, which featured on a memory wall over the opening weekend.
Alongside a menu of pub classics, The King’s Corner will serve Marston’s award-winning kids’ menu.
It is home to the fantastical Woodie’s Sweet Factory, a self-serve bar where kids can swap magic tokens for treats to top their Woodie’s Sweet Factory Sundae.
The King’s Corner is also offering a Kids Eat for £1 deal on Monday to Friday throughout the summer holidays, with kids also able to eat for free every Wednesday, giving families affordable options for enjoying a meal out during the school holidays.
Phil Brown, General Manager at The King’s Corner, said: “We’re so excited to be able to welcome all of our locals back to The King’s Corner.
“Lots of them have popped in this week already and celebrations continued over the weekend.
“It was an honour to be joined by both Dennis and members of Dementia Friends Oakwood for our official opening.
“We want to encourage as many people to come and see what we’ve done to the place as possible, the more, the merrier!”
Location: The Kings Corner, Lime Lane, Oakwood, Derby, Derbyshire DE21 4RF
Click here for more information: kingscornerpub.co.uk
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The King’s Corner reopened its doors last week, with pub regular, 95-year-old Dennis Dean joining General Manager Phil Brown in pouring the first pint. | Woodies
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The King’s Corner is also offering a Kids Eat for £1 deal on Monday to Friday throughout the summer holidays, with kids also able to eat for free every Wednesday. | Woodies
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A self-serve sweet factory for the kids, alongside pub classics will be treats for all ages | Woodies