A PUB in South Somerset has reopened under new leadership following an initial refurbishment, with further plans in the pipeline for later this year.
The Masons Arms in Odcombe has reopened following an investment from Marrow Hospitality to update the fixtures and fittings and ‘refresh the space’. Further refurbishment of the pub’s campsite, shepherd’s hut accommodation, and six hotel rooms is planned for later this year.
Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) appointed Ben Marrow as the new Business Partner to run the pub. Ben brings seven years of experience to his new role and has run three other pub sites with his business partner in Dorset and Somerset.
He will split his time between running The Masons Arms and ‘The Who’d A Thought It’ pub in Glastonbury moving forward.
Ben said: “I am so pleased to be opening the doors to locals as the new Business Partner of The Masons Arms.
"We have launched a new menu with a focus on high-quality traditional pub food, of which the majority is homemade by our Head Chef. Guests can now enjoy homemade curries, lasagnas, pies, and desserts, as well as Sunday roasts, with plans to introduce a carvery in the coming months.
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He added: “We have more planned for locals, including themed food nights, live music, quiz nights, and bingo. I have so many ideas and can’t wait to share more soon about what is in store for the campsite and wider accommodation at The Masons Arms.”
Ben started his career working as a waiter at Hall & Woodhouse’s Business Partner’s pub, The Red Lion in Winfrith, Dorset. During his time there, Ben worked his way up to become manager of the site for two years.
Ben said: “I am really grateful for the support Hall & Woodhouse has provided me since applying to be the Business Partner of The Masons Arms. I was delighted to be chosen, and I’m thrilled that my experience and community-focused approach to hospitality has proved to be the right fit.
“It truly is a full circle moment to have started my hospitality career working at Hall & Woodhouse, and to now be running my own pub as a H&W Business Partner.”
Visit www.masonsarms-odcombe.co.uk to view the new menu or call 01935 862591 to reserve a table.
Mark James, business partnerships and property director at Hall & Woodhouse, added: “Ben’s experience and enthusiasm are exactly what we have been looking for when recruiting for the right experienced entrepreneur to run the pub.
“We are proud that The Masons Arms plays such a vital role in the community. We know how pleased our guests are to have the pub back open in the village, and we look forward to seeing it thrive under Ben’s leadership.”
The Masons Arms is open seven days a week from 12pm-10pm Mondays to Thursdays, 12pm-11pm Fridays and Saturdays, and 12pm-8pm on Sundays.
Food is served daily from 12pm- 3pm and 5pm-9pm Mondays to Saturdays, and from 12pm-6pm on Sundays.
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