Renowned Mansfield boozer The Sir John Cockle has opened the doors to its new and improved pub – and guarantees each visit will now rival a sports stadium experience.
The Cockle has been reopened as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub, following an investment of over £340,800.
The much-loved community pub has been transformed with the latest, best technology including new 3-metre-long and 1.8-metre-tall screens, with state-of-the-art sound systems, and flexible tiered seating, to guarantee a good view of any sports action.
Outdoor bars with screens have been added, and the all-new Marston’s ‘Order & Pay’ app will now allow locals to order from their tables, so they never missing a minute of the action.
The boozer has been decorated with local sports memorabilia and the brewery is still on the hunt for photographs and merchandise, giving pub-goers the chance to fill the walls and celebrate the achievements of local sports stars and teams, past and present.
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The pub will show all key sporting fixtures, including football, rugby, cricket, tennis, F1, darts, and horse racing. Regulation dart boards and pool tables will provide entertainment well after the final whistle, with new competition leagues and ‘free to play’ recreational sessions taking place throughout the week.
A new range of bar food has been introduced, perfect for half-time and for sharing. The ‘Match Day Menu’ will feature hand-held bites, such as chicken wings and nachos, sitting alongside pub favourites such as fish and chips and burgers. The Poacher has also refreshed its range of drinks, and all draught beer is available in 2-pint cups.
There will also be the chance for local sports teams to get their hands on a ‘Black Card’, securing them endless chips when they visit for team drinks, and even more rewards if they win their game.
The new Grandstand concept has been introduced after industry research* revealed that 8.5M consumers have watched sports games at the pub, and 86% of sports fans say that they watch games at sports pubs due to a livelier atmosphere, better screens, sound, and connecting with friends and family.
Marston’s picked The Sir John Cockle as one of the pubs to receive the Grandstand makeover due to its involvement with local sports teams, community groups and charities.
Steve Hancock, Area Manager, said: “We’ve loved welcoming the community back with open arms! The response has been fantastic to our food and drink offers, as well as the new technology to watch all kinds of sports – we’re thankful that our pub is always full of good vibes, and real community spirit.”
The Sir John Cockle is opne now.
For more information or to book a table, visit https://www.sirjohncocklemansfield.co.uk/
