A POPULAR community pub, The Rose Inn Caldicot reopend on June 1 following a combined investment of £320,000 from experienced licenses Richard Humphries and Richard Battye and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company.

The investment has given a combined investment of £320,000 from experienced lincensees Richard Humphries and Richard Battye and Admiral Taverns, the UK’s leading community pub company.

The investment has given the pub a completely refreshed look and feel, helping to secure its place at the heart of the community in the small village near Caldicot and Magor.

The Rose Inn has been completely transformed to include brand new fixtures, flooring and fittings throughout as well as an updated kitchen and bar area. There is a quieter ‘Garden Room’ along with treats and water for the ‘Family furry friends,’ they are a very dog friendly pub.

There is a new log burner at the end of the bar, which is ideal for the cosy Winter nights.

Outside The Rose Inn includes brand new lighting and signage as well as a garden which can seat up to 100 people. Wilma, Hilda and Ethel are resident chickens.

“Big Rich” and “Little Rich” are highly experienced licensees, having worked in the hospitality industry for more than 35 years. They also run a Admiral Taverns pub, the Boars Head, Aust, where they have been for the past eight years. They are committed to ensuring The Rose Inn continues to thrive as both a destination food pub and a valued community hub for all guests both locally and from further afield.

Richard and Richard, licensees of The Rose Inn, said: “We’re delighted to be taking on The Rose Inn and have received positive feedback from the local community so far. We know just how important the pub is to everyone and we’re passionate about creating a warm, welcoming space for all our guests. As out motto says, ‘Arrive as a Guest, Leave as a Friend.’

“Having worked in hospitality for over 35 years, we love taking care of people and providing the very best service, and we’re excited to start this new chapter at The Rose Inn, Redwick.”

They are both hosting regular entertainment for the community to enjoy including monthly Quiz nights, occasional singers and food events.

The drinks range includes a strong cask ale selection, with three different ales available at any one time, alongside a wide selection of wines and other popular drinks. They are very proud to offer their own ‘Rose Inn Community Beer’ a blend with 5p from every pint going towards St David’s Hospice.

The pub will serve traditional pub food and a Sunday lunch, mirroring the menu at their other site, Boars Head in Aust.

Pihil Mardon, Business Development Manager at Admiral Taverns, added: “Richard and Richard bring a huge amount of experience, passion and energy to The Rose Inn and we are delighted to be supporting them as they embark on this exciting new venture.”