Titanic Brewery has completed the acquisition of the pub formerly known as The Pig, located on Tamworth Street, in Lichfield.
The Pig, in Lichfield, to re-open this summer as The Beacon
It will re-open as Titanic’s 17th venue and will go by a new name, The Beacon. The name recognises Lichfield’s Beacon Park, a thriving community space that is also the home to a statue of the captain of the RMS Titanic, Stoke-born Edward John Smith.
“This pub has had various names over the years, and with this new chapter starting in the building’s history, it felt right to give the pub a new name,” said Jonathan Wright, Titanic Brewery’s head of retail.
“We asked local residents for their thoughts, and overwhelmingly they wanted something that recognised Titanic’s stewardship of the building, but also had a local link.
“The Beacon was the perfect fit, and we’re really excited to see this new name appear on the building in the coming weeks.”
The Beacon will be Titanic Brewery’s second location in Lichfield, after it opened one of its bod café bars on the outskirts of the city last July. The opening will create 12 jobs, and local suppliers will be used wherever possible.
On the bar will be some of Titanic’s most popular beers, including Steerage pale ale and Plum Porter. They will be joined by a range of ever-changing beers from guest breweries, both local and further afield.
A selection of wines and spirits will also be available, alongside freshly-prepared rolls and other locally-produced bar snacks. There will be regular live music performances, and there are plans for other events in the coming months.
“In our opinion, pubs play an essential role in keeping communities together and helping them to thrive,” said Titanic Brewery director Dave Bott.
“We are privileged to have the opportunity to re-open the doors of this pub and welcome back local residents and visiting drinkers alike. A Titanic pub is a place where people can come together to enjoy great times with great beer, and we are certain that The Beacon will be no different.”
Applications are now open for a variety of roles. Those interested in applying should send their CVs to beacon@titanicbrewery.co.uk.
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