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See inside Leicester city centre pub The Hansom Cab following huge £280k transformation

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One of Leicester’s favourite city centre pubs has been given a ‘complete transformation.

The Hansom Cab, located in Humberstone Gate reopened on Friday, February 13 following a an investment of more than £283,757.

Inside, the pub has been given brand new flooring, fixtures, fittings and furniture throughout as well as multiple flat screen televisions – to breathe a fresh lease of life into The Hansom Cab.

The boozer has also been revamped to include a brand-new main bar and snug area.

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Outside, The Hansom Cab hosts brand-new lighting and signage to greet customers as well as a refurbished garden seating between 8-10 people.

It offers a wide range of drinks promotions, including Wine Wednesday, where customers can get £2 off a bottle, Fizz Friday, offering customers a bottle of fizz for £10, along with cocktails, bottle and shot deals throughout the week.

Luke Charlton, Operator of The Hansom Cab, said: “It’s been fantastic to see The Hansom Cab’s transformation come to life and I am delighted with the results of the refurbishment.

“The pub looks fantastic, and it has been a pleasure to welcome back our customers, both regular and new, back through the door.”

On top of the fantastic drinks selection, the pub will be hosting a busy schedule of entertainment for customers to enjoy including regular live music and karaoke every Friday evening, with live music starting at 7pm and karaoke starting at 9pm.

WHERE: The Hansom Cab, Humberstone Gate, Leicester LE1 1WB, UK
WHEN: Sunday -Wednesdays 11am-11pm, Thursdays 11am – 12am, Friday-Saturday 11am – 1.30am

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