- The Anchor pub offers a unique family-friendly dining experience curated by award-winning Michelin Bib Gourmand Chef Andy Goodbourn
- Tom Browns delivers elevated, adults-only luxury dining curated by Jack Pearce, winner of The Best Young Chef in Nottingham, alongside stand-out live music
- Reddington Pub Company invests £2 million to transform both venues, creating up to 100 jobs
- Reddington Pub Company is set to shake up Nottingham’s dining scene with the reopening of two highly anticipated venues this Bank Holiday weekend: The Anchor pub and Tom Browns restaurant, both serving bold flavours and show-stopping entertainment.
With a combined history spanning over a century, The Anchor and Tom Browns have long been Gunthorpe staples. Nestled along the banks of the River Trent, The Anchor is a stunning family-friendly destination, offering beloved pub classics with a modern twist, alongside a cosy café and a lovely courtyard. Just next door, adults-only Tom Browns delivers a high-end dining experience alongside live music and entertainment.
Reddington Pub Company has invested over £2 million to transform both cherished establishments into destinations for locals and visitors alike. The revitalisation project has created 100 new jobs in the local area, underscoring Reddington Pub Company’s commitment to Nottinghamshire’s vibrant hospitality scene.
The Anchor: Breathing new life into a local icon
Reborn after 16 years of dormancy, The Anchor is now a vibrant family-friendly hub, featuring a pub, café and courtyard, with a cosy and stylish feel. The menu is designed by Michelin Star Bib Gourmand Chef Andy Goodbourn, well-known for putting his own stamp on pub classics with a modern twist, such as Nottinghamshire Pork Belly with wild garlic and chicken cream, as well as his Cromer Crab and Avocado Salad with beef dripping croutons.
Beyond tantalising dishes, The Anchor is the ultimate destination in the Nottinghamshire countryside. Featuring a café serving brunch and coffee to enjoy on site or takeaway to explore the local area, and The Anchor Courtyard, a stand-out entertaining space, for birthdays, weddings or corporate events. And children will be delighted by The Anchor Express – the pub’s very own 18-seater model train. Running on the hour, it’s a free attraction to delight guests, taking in the scenery and views in Gunthorpe.
The Anchor also features four luxurious en-suite guest rooms – the perfect place for an overnight stay or a cosy spot to enjoy a long weekend in the countryside. Full of unique attractions for guests, and with regular activities like quizzes and pie nights, The Anchor promises to be more than just a dining destination, but a community hub where delicious food, family fun, and memorable experiences come together.
Tom Browns: Luxury big city dining, entertainment and events, in the heart of the Midlands
Tom Browns has been transformed into a high-end dining destination, featuring big flavours, alongside live entertainment and music — promising unforgettable evenings out. Award-winning Head Chef Jack Pearce has curated a fresh steak and seafood menu, featuring exquisite dishes like 21oz Dry Aged Côte De Boeuf and Sole Meunière served in a brown butter and caper sauce.
Tom Browns also boasts a line-up of live performances throughout May, bringing the best in music to Gunthrope. On opening weekend, there will be live band and DJ performances, from the likes of Urban Intro Band and DJ Jez Prince. Later in the month on 24th May, Tom Browns is honoured to host renowned act Boyzlife. Tom Browns is also hosting disco, Motown and Soul singer Mollie Laine for a bottomless brunch event on Saturday 26th July.
Sean Reddington, Founder of the Reddington Pub Company, said, “The reopening of The Anchor and Tom Browns isn’t just about opening doors, but bringing a new level of culinary excellence to Gunthorpe and creating unforgettable experiences for both locals and visitors from across the country. Reddington Pub Company is committed to bringing the best in dining to The Midlands, and we’re thrilled to open these two new venues, alongside our already popular and award-winning pubs The Old Vol and The Reindeer.”
Jack Pearce, Head Chef at Tom Browns, said, “At Tom Browns, we’re not just elevating dining in the Midlands, we’re redefining it. Taking classic techniques and the finest, freshest ingredients, we’re blending them with a touch of creativity, crafting exquisite sharing dishes perfect for any occasion – whether it’s a romantic date night or a catch-up with friends. We’re eager to welcome our first guests this weekend to share what we’ve created – a truly unforgettable and refined dining experience.”
