The Winter Green: The Chase star 'The Beast' welcomes people back to pub after £322,000 revamp
A Rotherham pub invited one of TV’s most feared quiz stars to come and help reopen the business after a £322,000 revamp.
On Wednesday, November 12, the people of Waverley got an opportunity to take part in a quiz hosted by Mark Labbett - better known as ‘The Beast’ from ITV’s hit quiz show The Chase.
He hosted the exciting interactive pub quiz at The Winter Green on Mitchell Way, to celebrate the official reopening of the beloved watering hole.
The family-friendly pub recently underwent a massive £322,000 which helped introduce what managers have referred to as a ‘two door pub’ concept - offering a sports bar area and a separate family lounge, creating two distinct spaces.
The newly updated bar area features large HD screens, with a pool table and dedicated darts area.
Community hero Roger Smith, who lives on the same estate as the pub, chosen to pull the first pint at the pub’s opening .
Dedicated to grassroots football and the local community’s children, Roger has helped develop young players across four age groups and works to raise funds to keep those teams thriving.
Meanwhile participants in the opening night quiz battled through multiple rounds, with the top scorers earning the chance to challenge Mark himself in a thrilling live buzzer showdown.
The ultimate winner walked away with a cash prize, crowning them champion of the night. After the quiz, guests enjoyed an exclusive meet and greet with Mark, taking photos, sharing stories, and celebrating an unforgettable evening with one of Britain’s favourite quiz icons.
It’s one of many events managers plan on hosting, including a wreath making DIY masterclass on November 25, karaoke on November 28 and ‘Santa Paws’ breakfast on November 29.
General Manager, Emma Thompson, said, “We’re so excited to reopen the doors of the Winter Green 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.”