Narborough’s Copt Oak reopens after £300,000 sports pub revamp

The Copt Oak on Hardwicke Road in Narborough reopened on Wednesday 28 October after a £300,000 refurbishment, bringing new sports screens, pool tables and dartboards to the pub.

The pub was closed for more than three weeks while Marston’s relaunched it under its Grandstand sports concept. New large screens, a sound system and seating have been installed, and the refurbished beer garden also has TV screens.

Customers can watch football, rugby, cricket, tennis, Formula One, darts and horse racing. The pub is also hosting competitive leagues and free recreational sessions during the week.

The refreshed menu includes chicken wings, nachos and burgers. All draught beers are available in two-pint cups, and customers can order food and drinks through Marston’s mobile app.

Local sports teams can get a black card entitling them to unlimited fries during visits for team drinks. Further rewards are available when they win a game. Local sporting memorabilia is on display, and teams and sportspeople are invited to contribute photographs and merchandise, both old and new.

Marston’s chose the venue because of its links with local sports teams, community groups and charities. Operations manager Ali Elsworthy said that the locals were passionate about sport and that the team was eager to provide them with the best possible experience once they could visit again.

The pub is directly opposite a bus stop for services to and from Leicester. Its website lists dog-friendly facilities, accessible access and free Wi-Fi.