An historic village pub has been slammed by residents after posting its "strict" policies as it prepares to reopen after years spent shut - including a message that "well behaved children are welcome". The Swan Inn in Holmes Chapel in Cheshire is operated by the Samuel Smith's group which is known for its no mobile phone policies across its 200 pubs in the UK.
Posting on Facebook as it prepares to reopen following refurbishment, The Swan bosses issued a statement with the "strict" policies that it will enforce - including no swearing, no workwear and no mobile devices allowed inside. But it was its comments about children that really fired up residents of the village.
The pub sits right next to the main line train station in Holmes Chapel and dates back to the 1800s. It has been given a full restoration and is set to open to the public as a B&B and restaurant on Wednesday after being shut for the past few years.
