A PUB has re-opened in style with a grand ceremony, following a huge refurbishment.

The Paul Pry in Rayleigh flung open its doors to customers on Friday morning, and now boasts a new heated outdoor seating area, and a new bar layout inside.

A new food menu has also been launched.

Julie Gooding, chairman of Rochford Council, was on hand to open the pub with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

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She said: “I was delighted to be invited to the Paul Pry to officially cut the ribbon for the reopening following a six figure refurbishment and investment. It now provides an extended bar layout and an exciting new menu.

“The heated outdoor seating area is spectacular. It was interesting seeing all the wonderful changes that have taken place.

“I would like to congratulate Greene King, wishing Sheril and the staff team a highly successful future.”