Wrexham’s Latest Gastropub Opens Its Doors!
- This Is Wrexham
- Nov 11, 2024
- 3 min read
We take a first look at The Savvy Fox at Hotel Wrexham which is welcoming customers following a £350,000 transformation.
Wrexham’s newest gastropub is open for business after a week of ‘first-look’ events, ‘friends and family’ food tastings and a VIP launch.
A place to meet, eat, socialise and spend time with friends, colleagues and loved ones, The Savvy Fox (formerly Rafters) at Hotel Wrexham (formerly Holt Lodge) on Wrexham Road has reopened its doors after a £350k refurbishment.
Under new ownership, the venue has been completely transformed into a relaxed, rustic and welcoming country pub, complete with stylish décor, cosy nooks and a stunning dining space with views out over the grounds.
The stylish, welcoming gastropub also has an all-new British-influenced menu made up of tasty pub classics, exciting The Savvy Fox signature dishes, Sunday roasts and fabulous desserts, coupled with an extensive selection of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails.
New owners, Steven Hesketh and Dan Gillon hope to put the venue on the map with local residents, the business community and those staying at Hotel Wrexham, which is also at the beginning of a full programme of refurbishments.
“We’re thrilled to be opening our doors”, says Steven. “We can’t wait to hear the feedback from local residents on the updates we’ve made.
“We want The Savvy Fox to be known as a fun, lively, friendly and down to earth place to meet. We’ll have live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout November and December and lots of events taking place in the coming months too.
“We’ve worked really hard, not just to make the space feel warm, cosy and welcoming, but also to ensure that our team delivers first-class hospitality and service that goes above and beyond expectations. The Savvy Fox is a venue that is perfect for celebrations and special occasions, but equally where you can call in after work for a quick drink and a chat with friends.
“Whatever your reason to visit us, our aim is to surprise and delight our customers and by that we mean to go that extra mile to give them a memorable experience.”
Dining at The Savvy Fox
Chef/consultant Lee Adams and The Savvy Fox team have worked together to design an exciting and captivating launch menu with broad appeal encompassing breakfast, lunch, dinner and lighter bites.
A mix of pub classics reimagined with a ‘Savvy’ twist, coupled with hearty comfort foods and stunning signature dishes, ensure that there really is something for everyone. Stand out moments from the menu include the shepherd’s pie made with a whole lamb shank, a delicious seabass and sundried tomato risotto, and ‘Savvy’ fish and chips, with herby batter that takes it to the next level.
Steven added: “We’ve put together something really special in the new The Savvy Fox menu. There are some real stand-out dishes and of course, the crowd-pleasing classics you’d expect at really good gastropub. We wanted to create something that was elevated yet still affordable and memorable and we really feel we’ve achieved that.”
Interior Design Inspiration at The Savvy Fox
Cheshire based interior designer Natalie Waldron of Natalie Waldron Design has created a welcoming, cosy and stylish country pub at new interiors at The Savvy Fox, combining sage green panelling and rustic wood, mixed with a rich autumnal colour palette and sumptuous patterned materials.
Coming Soon at The Savvy Fox & Hotel Wrexham
A programme of events to welcome the local community is now underway including.
Goalie Sportsmen Special
Thursday 19th December, 6pm
Price: Q&A tickets are £25, with meet and greet tickets - £40 per person
Christmas Wreath Making
Saturday 5th and Saturday 12th December, 6.30pm
Price: £30 per person
Breakfast with Santa at The Savvy Fox
Sunday 8th, 15th and 22nd December
Price: Adults £15, Children £7.50
Steven Hesketh continued: “The Savvy Fox is the first revamp that we’re unveiling but we’re not stopping here. Every time people visit us at Hotel Wrexham and The Savvy Fox they are likely to see something new. We have big plans for the property and grounds that will help us appeal to even more people as a warm, welcoming multigenerational meeting place.”
To book or find out more, call 01978661002 or email events@hotelwrexham.co.uk
The Savvy Fox is open daily from 8am until 11pm. Live music from an array of local artists will take place every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout November and December from 7pm until 9pm.
Image credits; Peter Lowbridge 2024
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