Pub’s future secured after demolition plans scrapped

A pub in the heart of a community has officially dodged the bulldozer after demolition plans were shelved.

The Pegs Langtern in Ashton briefly closed in November last year, but underwent a rapid renovation and reopened under new management in late December.

Despite this, McCabe Ltd lodged plans to flatten the boozer and build nine new homes. Following outrage in the community and an increased footfall at the pub, McCabe Ltd have now withdrawn their plans submitted to Tameside council.

The pub had fallen into a sorry state before Stacked Burgers & Desserts made the pub its new home and provided a full renovation.

Previously, the pub didn’t have working toilets. Now it’s got a sleek new design complete with bar, seating, tables and a function room. 

The makeover comes with scrumptious food provided by Stacked as well as added events, such as sport on TV, open mic nights and quiz nights. The eatery has surged in popularity locally with a plethora of rave reviews for its many burger options. 

This potential was spotted by Stacked owner Wes Hague, who has invested time and money into the new Pegs. He brought in pub manager Corey Whittaker to help oversee the fightback, who shares a passion for the site having spent years working there.

“The pub was closed by the previous landlord for whatever reason,” Corey said previously. “Wes took it on to try and make a go of it.

“He saw the potential customers and the people of the area’s support for it and thought we could do it. He asked me what I thought and I said it’s worthwhile because of the community and the people around here are fantastic.

“It was a place with amazing potential and amazing people. Now it’s back and better than ever.”

The young publican went on to say that the best way to support this project and to keep the Pegs alive is to come down and use it as the community hub the new management team wants it to be.