Dining pub.
Situated opposite the entrance to Hayes station, this huge purpose built dining pub is popular for its bar, restaurant and function space within a very handsome and imposing stone building. Since 2010 this has been independently owned and reopened in April 2018 after having been closed for several months for a complete refurbishment. Since then, it has proved to be a smart and popular venue attracting a wide range of clientele of all ages.
The main entrance has the original "Lounge & Smoke Room" engraved into the stone portal. Inside, the interior is spacious with around 10,000 square feet of room. The décor is contemporary to give the atmosphere of light and space. Shades of cream, beige and light grey combine to give a clean and modern look with sparse furnishings and a few framed pictures along with a modern flue heater. The large L-shaped bar with wooden counter is surrounded by high chairs whilst there are assorted tables and seating including some curved benches.
Whilst incorporating a large restaurant, there are separate dining areas with a popular menu. There is a brunch menu served 12 to 4 pm from Monday to Saturday whilst Sunday roasts are served all day (booking advisable).
The upstairs events venue is equally smart and plush, complete with chandeliers, and is available for hire.
There is regular entertainment in the evenings including the house DJ on Fridays. Dress code is smart casual and excludes baseball caps, tracksuits and work clothes. Note the restrictions on children under 5 years of age.
There is a large patio at the rear, paved throughout and leading to an upper level which is also paved with lots of tables and chairs and overlooked by trees. In addition, there are a few tables out front in the car park.
Instagram page is @thenewinn.hayes
Historic Interest
The current building stands on the site of an old rural beer-house, which opened in 1898 and served as an inn attracting customers from Hayes railway station. The name "New Inn" may be attributed to this replacing two nearby beer-houses which dated from the mid 19th century (Sun Inn and Alma Arms, which both closed in 1891 and 1899 respectively). Owned by the Hambro estate, this was bought in 1931 by Davenports brewery of Birmingham. The beer-house was demolished in 1934 and replaced by a large half-timbered baronial style road house built with Cotswold stone. This also served as a hotel, complete with a large function room. The rebuilt venue complemented both the new shopping parade and new railway station, which was rebuilt by Southern Railway and opened in the following year. After being virtually destroyed following a direct hit during the Blitz in 1940, this venue was completely rebuilt as a replica but with a different frontage and re-opened in 1962 under the ownership of Courage. This was subsequently remodelled in 1980, before becoming a Harvester dining pub in 1984. Further alterations were made in 2010.
This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 2 regular beers.
Session Bitter
This beer is served regularly.
Session Bitter
This beer is served regularly.
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