A popular Whitley Bay pub will be undergoing a rebrand after closing its doors to customers.
The Briar Dene, located at The Links, has had planning permission approved by North Tyneside Council to be renamed 'The Lighthouse' and will now undergo structural and "cosmetic" renovations. The redevelopment also seeks to introduce a pavement café with access to the main venue via four French doors.
The fish and chip shop attached to the pub will now have a "traditional timber shop front" and a new entrance facing the street. In addition, three parking spaces will be removed from the north of the car park to allow for a drive-through, and a order and pick-up area.
