Beechwood Hall, the former famed hotel on Wykeham Road, lives on as a function room in the newly opened Brewhouse & Kitchen.
The copper microbrewery is impressive; so are the overall levels of investment and attention to detail. During my visit, I admired the growing range of good no-and-low alcohol drinks on offer behind the bar in addition to the range of home-brewed ales.
The familiarity and history of traditional pubs will guarantee their continuing popularity. The range of food and drink venues is growing excitingly.
Soon the Perch on the Pier at Worthing Pier's Southern Pavilion will breathe new life into Worthing's award-winning Pier, nearly 160 years after completion. The welcome new habit of pier glazing and the history of our hospitality continues to be written.
Pubs, and our wider hospitality industry, are at the heart of our communities and local economies.
We celebrate the dedication of publicans, owners, managers, and the wide network of staff keeping our pubs and restaurants open.
One such local standout restauranteur is Syed Ahmed for Marine Ward who runs the Shaan on Tarring Road. I wish him well in standing to be a positive and effective representative of his community.
