First look at refurbished Worthing pub ahead of reopening this week

The Cricketers, in Broadwater Street West, sells itself on Facebook as a ‘community pub’, with ‘great food, events and a huge garden for the kids’.

The popular pub has been closed since the beginning of the year but will partially reopen on Thursday (April 6).

A social media post on Wednesday read: “After a short hiatus, we're finally able to welcome you back to your favourite local pub.

"Come on down and join us for a pint, catch up with friends, and sit in the sunshine.

"Our doors will open at 12pm tomorrow and with drinks only.

“We can't wait to see all of your familiar faces back at the Cricketers. Let's raise a glass to the return of our local.”

The pub has been closed since January 3. A social media statement at the time read: “We are now closed for extensive refurbishment. We would like to thank all our wonderful customers old and new that have supported us since taking over. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for refurb updates. See you all in a few weeks.”

The pub - which is on the lookout for new staff – posted an opening announcement on March 3.

"We would like to share some exciting news with you,” the social media post read.

"After weeks of hard work, we are opening the Cricketers doors on April 6th, from 12pm. As it is first day, we are going to be open for drinks only.

“Our kitchen will reopen on Friday, April 7th, with a limited menu to begin with. For all bookings and party enquiries, please visit our website.

“Thank you for your patience whilst our renovations have been underway, we look forward to seeing all our wonderful customers old and new.”

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