The Bricklayers Arms reopens after six-figure refurbishment

The Bricklayers Arms, based in Masons Hill, closed to undergo a £330,000 makeover and reopened to customers on Friday, September 21.

An official reopening will also be held on Thursday, October 3, attended by Bromley FC’s owner and Chairman Robin Stanton-Gleaves as well as local organisations and charities.

The Bricklayers Arms reopens after six-figure refurbishment (Image: Shepherd Neame)

The pub, affectionately known by the people of Bromley as “The Bricks”, has kept the historic building’s original features and character while introducing a “stylish and complementary contemporary feel”.

Throughout the pub, it has been redecorated with rich greens and cream, incorporating wood panelling with “pockets of snug seating creating a warm and inviting atmosphere”.

Shepherd Neame describes the new bar as “welcoming”, greeting customers as they step through the “freshly painted door”.

Head chef Roberto Borgiani (Image: Shepherd Neame)

The pub covers two levels with a bar on each level.

The Bricklayers Arms claims that both are “well-stocked with beers, wines and spirits”.

The “spacious” courtyard has been transformed with new furniture and colourful planters.

Customers can now pre-book online to enjoy games available at the Bricklayers Arms such as interactive darts using “the latest in social entertainment technology”.

The Bricklayers Arms reopens after six-figure refurbishment (Image: Shepherd Neame)

As a special nod to the pub’s history, which dates back to 1851, the original brick tiling has been unearthed and restored – it is now a feature of the pub’s exterior.

The pub considers its foundations to be “friendly service and fine fare” with a new menu being introduced.

It offers a range of traditional pub classics with a twist and the pub claims to use local sourced ingredients.

The Bricklayers Arms reopens after six-figure refurbishment (Image: Shepherd Neame)

Customers will continue to be able to enjoy a wide range of Shepherd Neame’s award-winning range of ales and lagers, wines and spirits.

Shepherd Neame Managing Director, Pubs, Jonathon Swaine said: “At Shepherd Neame we place a high value on just how popular The Bricks is with its regulars and the people of Bromley, and we wanted to make sure it was a pub for them to be proud of.

“We believe we have created a warm and welcoming feel and improved The Bricklayers Arms in a sympathetic way to ensure it continues to be enjoyed by locals and visitors for many years to come.”