The first pictures of a newly refurbished pub in Hornchurch have emerged after it reopened last week. 

The Ardleigh in Ardleigh Green Road has welcomed customers back after closing on August 19 for the works.

The bar has been refreshedThe bar has been refreshed (Image: Picture 55) It officially reopened on September 6 after a near three-week closure, showcasing its new look and revamped interior. 

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The pub was closed to customers for almost three weeksThe pub was closed to customers for almost three weeks (Image: Picture 55) Changes to the pub include a refreshed bar, new seating, and a larger dining space.

The changes have given the space a "completed transformation" and a "brighter, more contemporary aesthetic" according to pub chain Ember Inns.

Lisa and the team inside the newly reopened pubLisa and the team inside the newly reopened pub (Image: Picture 55) Lisa Bagwell, general manager at the Ardleigh, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome guests, both familiar faces and new friends, to experience our pub’s new look, whilst keeping the cosy feel of the Ardleigh we all know and love.”