The Talisman reopens to Wedding bells as local couple celebrate new life in revitalised pub!

The Talisman in Tunstall has received a new lease of life thanks to a significant investment from Craft Union pub company and a special event due to take place there.

Local couple, Cathy and Mark were determined to support local businesses by holding their wedding reception at this much-loved local, which is a stone’s throw from Christchurch where they plan to tie-the-knot this month. Both have fond memories of the pub and are delighted that it has received a breath of fresh of air in the form of this investment and revamp.

Cathy said: “Community is very important to us, and having our Reception at the Talisman means that we are celebrating our wedding but also our roots and the people who have supported us. We were so pleased to hear that it has had this big up-grade. Everyone will benefit.” 

The pub’s function room will provide the perfect backdrop to festivities as it has been carefully restored to its former glory with a fresh paint job and a generous helping of TLC.

Eighty to one hundred family and friends are expected to attend the event and the Talisman’s garden is a lovely spot to provide respite away from the crowd. Equally beautiful are Cathy’s plans for flower arrangements on the day, which she is carefully creating herself. Matt Smith Area Manager for Craft Union said:

“The Talisman has always been an important community pub that brings people together and celebrates the individuals that make it a home from home. I’m very proud of the investment revamp, which will see the pub really fulfil its potential.”

He continued: “The fact that we can help bring this pub back to the community through improvements and renovations and celebrate its opening alongside Cathy and Mark’s nuptials is a real boon! We are so happy that we can add to the experience of their big day.”

Guests popping into the pub will find a brighter atmosphere all round, as the bar area is now a refreshing combination of cream and light green. On top of this, a wider range of drinks products will be available to customers wishing to sip something delicious while socialising or taking in some live sports.

New TV screens have been installed to the downstairs area and the entertainment offering will continue as a programme of regular live music comes to the pub! This will be kicked-off during the launch-party weekend of the 28th and 29th of May as a live singer will grace the Talisman’s small stage and Area Manager, Matt Smith will host a casino evening on the Sunday 29th.

Everyone is welcome to the launch weekend on the 28th and 29th of May. For more information and news about the Talisman, see the pub’s social media and website.

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