The Woy Woy Hotel, affectionately known as the Old Pub, is set for a major facelift and will be closed from Wednesday, June19, for three-four months while renovations take place.
A full transformation on the circa 1897 pub will see a new beer garden and garden bar with a designated kids’ play area, big screen TVs, undercover dining space and more.
The Old Pub’s famous front bar will be extended and undergo a heritage style refurbishment, increasing its capacity to host locals and visitors alike for best in class viewing of live sport and racing.
The kitchen and bistro will also be expanded and revived with a timeless new fit out and an abundance of extra seating to accommodate more diners and large events; and a restored front facade with added signage will give the Old Pub a new lease of life.
Harvest Hotels bought the hotel in 2021 and has since been working on plans for the redevelopment, hoping to expand its appeal to families, nearby businesses, local community groups and tourists.
“What’s old will be new again at The Woy Woy Hotel,” Harvest Hotels Director Fraser Haughton said.
“These renovations have been in the pipeline for a long time now, and after a few delays we’re looking forward to getting it all underway and creating a pub that people of the Peninsula will be proud of, and those visiting the Central Coast will want to visit and enjoy.
“It’s a beautiful old pub with fantastic bones and a loyal clientele, so while the renovation will see new elements to attract new customers, the heritage charm and down to earth atmosphere that locals know and love will be maintained at the same time.
“We’re renovating the Old Pub with the Woy Woy and wider Central Coast community front of mind.
“We want this to become everyone’s proud local for any occasion, big or small.
“We’ve tried our best to limit the disruption to our staff and customers, so we’re closing the doors to get this done and dusted as quickly as we can so everyone can get back to having a good time at The Old (New) Pub.”
The hotel is expected to reopen in October.
The drive thru bottle shop, accessed via Oval Avenue, will remain open during the renovations.