London Colney pub The White Horse after £500k refurbishment

The White Horse in London Colney, St Albans, has undergone a refurbishment and now has boasts a new outside terrace and a larger selection of cocktails.

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DJs will also play at the pub, with plans for a greater focus on music and entertainment.

The outside space has been transformed. Picture: Punch Pubs & Co

Having reopened on Friday, June 24, the pub also plans to show more live sporting events on new HD screens.

Live music and sporting events will be on the menu. Picture: Punch Pubs & Co

Its new manager Peter Bell, a former Batchwood Hall Nightclub general manager and St Albans Pubwatch chairman, said he fell in love with the plans for the refurbishment.

Manager Peter Bell. Picture: Punch Pubs & Co

Mr Bell, who has lived in St Albans with his family for more than 20 years, said: "Just as important, as I'm such a big football fan, is the significant revamp of the sports offering with new HD screens showcasing those big-game moments."

He added: “I am looking forward to getting to know the locals.

There is a designated games area. Picture: Punch Pubs & Co

“I'm sure they will love the new White Horse look and feel, but don't take it from me - see for yourself!"

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