Greene King issues statement over speculation The Roebuck pub in Bilsborrow to become lap-dancing venue
Some locals have expressed concerns at rumoured proposals to turn the venue into ‘Rural 10s lapdancing bar’.
The owners of a Fylde coast village pub have spoken amid rumours that the venue could be converted into a ‘Rural 10s Strip Club’.
The Roebuck pub in Bilsborrow, near Garstang operated as part of the Chef and Brewer chain and closed its doors for a final time on April 25.
There is much speculation over the future of the popular pub, which is owned by brewery Greene King, after nearby Guys Thatched Hamlet was bought out by James Places Group.
Some locals have expressed concerns at rumoured proposals to turn the venue into ‘Rural 10s lap-dancing bar’.
When approached about the speculation a spokesman for Greene King said they were still “exploring their options” over the future of the venue and would not be drawn on any specific proposals.
The Roebuck is currently listed for sale on Rightmove for £900,000.
The Premier inn situated on the same site as the pub is still open for business.
One resident claimed that Bilsborrow would be the ‘busiest village in Lancashire’ if the alleged plans went ahead.
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The speculation comes just weeks after the new owners of Guy’s Court announced the restaurant, which been trading as an Italian eatery for more than 50 years, would not reopen.
Instead plans are in motion to turn the much loved restaurant into a wedding venue set to be known as The Roundhouse.
The team at James’ Places said they will host their first weddings at the site in the New Year.
Owd’ Nells Tavern, which sits adjacent to Guy’s, has been open for a number of months following a full refurbishment of the pub and its kitchen. Thatching work on the roof of the tavern is now complete, and work to the roof of Guy’s is progressing at a steady pace.
James’ Places also confirmed that they are continuing to renovate the 60 hotel rooms which are located onsite, although no timeline was given for the completion of that particular project.
Responding to questions over the future of The Roebuck, a spokesman for Greene King, said: “We are still in the process of exploring our options at the Roebuck, including a possible sale.
“We don’t have any further information to share at this stage.”