Silkstone Arms Pub

News for Silkstone Arms:

• 31st December 2024

  A Sheffield pub has reopened under a new name following a significant transformation. Formerly known as the Jack In A Box, the venue near Frecheville has been reborn as the Silkstone Arms after a £220,000 renovation.
  
  The pub, located on Silkstone Road, off Birley Moor Road, reopened its doors on 18th December. The extensive refurbishment aimed to create a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for patrons, with improvements inside and out.
  
  The pub's interior has undergone what managers described as a “complete transformation,” featuring a revamped bar area, fresh fixtures and fittings, updated flooring, and stylish new furniture. Outside, the changes are equally striking, with refreshed signage and enhanced lighting giving the building a bright and modern look. A terraced area now boasts three new picnic benches, offering an inviting space for outdoor gatherings.
  
  For entertainment, the Silkstone Arms now includes new dartboards, complementing its plans to establish darts and pool teams.
  
  The Silkstone Arms is now run by Thomas Wickstone and Thomas Furniss, who are passionate about making the pub a cornerstone of the local community.
  
  "We're absolutely thrilled to be taking over the pub and have loved witnessing the incredible transformation over the last few weeks," said Thomas. "The Silkstone Arms looks brilliant, and it's been a delight welcoming the community back. We can't wait to meet as many more local residents as possible over the course of the weekend.”
  
  The reopening night featured a live performance by singers Cooper and Taylor, kicking off what promises to be an exciting entertainment programme. Future plans include regular live music, quiz nights, and games nights, ensuring the pub will be a lively hub for social events.
  
  The operators of the Silkstone Arms are committed to giving back to the local area. Plans are already underway to support a nearby food bank, and fundraising efforts are being organised to install a lifesaving defibrillator. Additionally, the pub aims to collaborate closely with the Scowerdons Community Centre to provide support wherever possible.
  
  The Silkstone Arms offers a variety of drinks promotions throughout the week, including Wine Wednesday (£2 off bottles), Fizz Friday (£10 bottles of fizz), and deals on cocktails, bottles, and shots.
  
  Matthew Gurney, Operations Director for Proper Pubs, expressed his enthusiasm for the pub's reopening:
  
  "It's been a pleasure seeing the vision for the Silkstone Arms come to life, and I am really pleased to welcome the fantastic operators! Their passion for the pub and community is tangible, and I look forward to seeing all that's to come for this very special pub."