Inside The Merry Boys Inn in Wolverhampton as it reopens following £383,000 refurbishment
Wolverhampton’s Merry Boys Inn has reopened and you take a look inside right here. It is the next local Marston’s pub to be relaunched under new sports concept, Grandstand, with new market-leading big screen technology, menus, and events
The Merry Boys Inn in Wolverhampton has undergone an exciting refurbishment, reopening as a ‘Grandstand’ sports pub, following an investment of over £383,000.
The much-loved community pub has been transformed with new features, including the very best technology to guarantee each visit rivals a stadium experience.
The Merry Boys Inn re-opened its doors with its community hero, Aaron Ogara, current winner of JDC Volts Series and student of St Matthias school, which is just around the corner from the pub. The pub sponsors Aaron, and the whole community supports this young talent, to hopefully go on to bigger and better competitions! The pub's darts team are keen supporters of Aaron, bringing the pub community together regularly in support of his journey.
New market-leading technology has been installed, including new 3-metre-long and 1.8-metre-tall screens, with state-of-the-art sound systems, and features flexible tiered seating to guarantee a good view of the action. Outdoor bars with screens have been added, and the all-new Marston’s ‘Order & Pay’ app will now allow locals to order from their tables, never missing a minute of the action.
The Merry Boys Inn has been decorated with local sports memorabilia and is on the hunt for photographs and merchandise, giving pub-goers the chance to fill the walls and celebrate the achievements of local sports stars and teams, past and present.
The Merry Boys Inn now shows all key sporting fixtures, including football, rugby, cricket, tennis, F1, darts, horse racing, you name it, they will show it! Regulation dart boards and pool tables will provide entertainment well after the final whistle, with new competition leagues and ‘free to play’ recreational sessions taking place throughout the week.
A new range of bar food has been introduced, perfect for half-time and larger groups. Guests will be able to enjoy hand-held bites, such as chicken wings and nachos, alongside pub favourites such as fish and chips and burgers. The Merry Boys Inn has also refreshed its range of drinks, and all draught beer is available in 2-pint cups.
There will also be the chance for local sports teams to get their hands on a ‘Black Card’, securing them endless chips when they visit for team drinks, and even more rewards if they win their game.
The new Grandstand concept has been introduced after industry research* revealed that 8.5M consumers have watched sports games at the pub, and 86% of sports fans say that they watch games at sports pubs due to a livelier atmosphere, better screens, sound, and connecting with friends and family.
Marston’s picked the Merry Boys Inn as one of the pubs to receive the Grandstand makeover due to its involvement with local sports teams, community groups and charities. The refurbishment has created a new and exciting proposition for local sports fans from Wolverhampton and beyond.
Pub partner, Andrew Taylor, said: “From new screens and menus to involving the local community, we’re passionate about creating spaces where everyone feels welcome - whether they’re here for the match, a family meal, or to celebrate with their team after the final whistle.”
The Merry Boys Inn reopened on 10th December.
For more information or to book a table, visit https://www.merryboysinnpub.co.uk/
*Source: CGA Value of Live Sports in Pubs and Bars 2023, HDI Trade zone Data.
