Amber Taverns Expands with £1.4m Thornaby Pub and First Inside M25
Amber Taverns is continuing its UK expansion with two pub openings in Thornaby and Bromley, combining a £1.4 million conversion of former retail units with the refurbishment of an established pub as the company approaches its 200th venue.
The Aviator opened at The Pavilion Shopping Centre in Thornaby on Monday 9 November, while The Saving Grace is preparing to open on Bromley High Street in mid-November, becoming Amber Taverns’ first pub inside the M25.
The two developments reflect the company’s approach to growing its estate through a combination of converting alternative-use properties and investing in existing pubs.
In Thornaby, Amber Taverns has invested £1.4 million in transforming two former retail units into The Aviator, creating 14 new jobs and introducing a new drinks, entertainment and live sports venue to the shopping centre.
The pub features a 5m by 3m sports screen, supported by seven additional televisions, alongside dedicated areas for pool and darts.
Live sports coverage includes Sky Sports, TNT Sports and Racing TV, with the drinks offering including pints priced from £2.50.
The Aviator is operated by Daniel Scott, who was born and raised in Thornaby and brings 23 years of hospitality experience to the position.
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