The Mayor of Erewash, Councillor Michael Wallace and the Mayoress of Erewash Margaret Wain were present at the opening. The Mayor pulled the first pint of Poacher’s Pride, an ale specially brewed by Nottingham Brewery to mark the opening of the pub.
Councillor Mike Wallace said, “I am delighted to join Pub People in the opening of the Poacher. They have done a tremendous job in refurbishing and renovating this pub and I know it will bring a great deal to the community. We wish it every success.”
The Refurbishment Project The Prince of Wales was acquired from Admiral Taverns in February 2006. A re-development and refurbishment scheme has been undertaken involving planning approval and licensing alterations. The Pub has also been renamed "The Poacher".
The works started on site on Tuesday 2nd May 2006, with the design and project management being undertaken by Tim Needham of Ambience Design.
The Prince of Wales is a traditional Pub located in the town centre and will be part of "the circuit".
The refurbishment includes a complete modernistation of the Pub, including a new bar, new floors and opening up the drinking area. The redecoration and re furnishing throughout will bring about a significant improvement in the feel and quality of the Pub.
The project finished on Friday 30th June and the Pub opened for business that evening.
