Two pubs in Essex have been named among the best in Britain to have been saved from closure. The White Hart Inn in Mersea and The Alma Inn in Harwich are among the 12 included in the list from The Telegraph. Discussing the creation of the list, writer Martin Dunford shared: "For every 10 pubs that shut for good, at least one is saved from dereliction by rescuers who tend to be either hospitality groups with an eye for a good location, or former locals with deep pockets who can’t bear to see their favourite boozer turned into flats.
" They continued: "So raise a glass to one of our cherished institutions and take the opportunity to visit some for yourself. Need inspiration? Here’s a rundown of my favourite dozen." A post shared by Barn Farm Drinks (@barnfarmdrinks) The full list of the best 12 pubs in Britain saved from closure can be found on The Telegraph website here .
The White Hart Inn "had sat neglected for the best part of a decade" before it was reopened by local hospitality entrepreneur Piers Baker. The Telegraph praised him for turning the place "into an enticing gastropub that blends chic decor, an inventive seasonal menu and six cool and stylish guest rooms." They add: "From the outside, the weatherboard cladding has a New England-style charm; inside, it’s a study in coastal cool, with a spacious, airy restaurant fringed with leather banquettes and a snug lounge bar with sofas.
"All guest rooms cost the same, so hopefully you’ll get lucky and snag the top-fl.