Inside Anglesey pub and hotel following £688,000 makeover

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A HOTEL and pub on Anglesey has re-opened following an extensive four-week makeover amid £688,000 of investment.

The Anglesey Arms, in Menai Bridge, closed at the beginning of October after operators JW Lees worked to renew the bar and dining areas.

Refurbishment works focused on renewing the bar and dining areas, restoring the traditional and cosy feel that the Anglesey Arms is known for, while introducing thoughtful touches that enhance the guest experience.

The refreshed interiors retain the building’s heritage and charm but feature a brighter, more inviting look, just in time for cosy festive gatherings beside the fire.

The hotel reopened its doors on December 4.

The project was designed by Louise Thorpe from JW Lees Property Team and delivered by principal contractors Silverglide, Beejay Upholstery and ACME Facilities Group.

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Together, they have created a warm and welcoming space that celebrates the character of the site and makes the most of its iconic coastal location.

Nestled beside the Menai Bridge, Anglesey Arms has long been a favourite stop for both locals and visitors to North Wales.

The refurbishment reaffirms its position as a destination hotel, offering the perfect place to stay and tuck in with home-cooked, signature dishes, perfectly poured beers, and a true taste of Welsh hospitality.

Guests can look forward to cosy afternoons, long lunches and festive get togethers as the hotel serves up dishes from its festive menu, alongside its traditional Christmas ale, Plum Pudding.

The bar also showcases an impressive range of JW Lees beers, including Bitter, Manchester Pale Ale, Original Lager, Manchester Craft Lager, and Northern Stout.

Guests will also find the latest small-batch beers from The Boilerhouse microbrewery, alongside a rotating selection of seasonal cask ales.

Will Griffiths, general manager of Anglesey Arms, shared his excitement about the investment.

“Our refurbishment is stunning, I feel so proud and excited to show our customers the amazing transformation of Anglesey Arms," he said.

"We can’t wait to welcome back our beloved customers old and new to this very special family-friendly inn.”

The reopening of Anglesey Arms forms part of JW Lees’ ongoing investment programme across its managed pubs, inns and hotels.

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