The Eight Foot Way is now open, boasting an investment of over £309,800, which has transformed the well-loved community pub to feature a host of exciting upgrades.
Introducing its innovative “Two Door Pub” concept, the pub now offers a sports bar area with Sky & TNT sports and a separate family lounge, creating two distinct spaces: a lively bar for the locals and a cosy, family-friendly lounge. Designed to cater to all occasions, The Eight Foot Way brings the community together, offering guests the flexibility to enjoy their ideal experience, without compromise.
Launch night saw The Chase star, Mark Labbett, better known as “The Beast”, return to his roots to host an interactive pub quiz at his local pub. The event brought together fans, trivia enthusiasts, and locals for an evening of competitive fun and entertainment. After the quiz, guests enjoyed an exclusive meet & greet with Mark, taking photos, sharing stories, and celebrating an unforgettable evening with one of Britain’s favourite quiz icons.
Local resident Malcolm “Mal” Boswell had the honour of pulling the first pint to officially mark the opening of The Eight Foot Way, joined by Holly Newton-Steele from Sheffield Children's Hospital. Malcolm, a retired painter and decorator, has been a regular at the pub since it opened over eight years ago. Growing up locally, he even attended the school that once stood on the pub’s site. He has been involved in grassroots football for more than 30 years and is Secretary of Ecclesfield Red Rose 1915, which The Eight Foot Way proudly sponsors. The pub will also support Sheffield Children's Hospital as its Charity of the Year for 2026, with events and fundraising planned throughout the year.
The newly updated bar area features large HD screens to keep guests entertained with all the latest sports action, including the Six Nations. The space also includes a dedicated darts area and pool table, so guests can challenge friends, enjoy some friendly competition, and soak up the lively atmosphere.
The Eight Foot Way is a dog-friendly locals' pub with a community feel. Locals can now drop by for a pint and a bite to eat, celebrating unmissable moments in the heart of the community. The pub continues to serve its popular pub favourites, such as The Ultimate Southern Fried Chicken Burger.
Now open, the pub will host a variety of events, and this half term, kids can eat for just £1. Guests can keep an eye out for upcoming events via the pub's website: https://www.eightfootwaypub.co.uk/
General manager, Ben Smith, said: “We’re so excited to reopen the doors of Eight Foot Way and welcome our wonderful guests back to see the results of our refurbishment. With brand-new TVs and even more sports channels, we can’t wait for everyone to join us and enjoy this summer’s biggest sporting moments together. We’ve invested significantly to breathe new life into the pub, and we’re looking forward to creating even more great memories with our loyal customers.”
With over 1,300 pubs and bars across England, Scotland, and Wales, Marston’s locations range from traditional local and family-friendly pubs to venues designed for a warm, timeless country pub atmosphere, offering shared good times for everyone.
The Eight Foot Way reopened on February 18.
For more information, visit their website: https://www.eightfootwaypub.co.uk/.
