The Star & Garter Reopens at the heart of Chelveston

Community-Operated The Star & Garter Reopens at the Heart of Chelveston.

Thanks to a passionate group of five local residents who refused to let the pub disappear from village life, operation of The Star & Garter has been snapped up, with the ambition of reinstating it at the heart of the community.

Now operated by friends Jo Smeeton, Paul Neale, Steve Green, Shannon Cuthbert and Alan Fabian, and supported by the whole team at Wells & Co, the co-owners will each be bringing their own set of professional skills and experience from their differing careers to create something truly unique. This shared desire and passion for the local community is a powerful example of what can happen when neighbours come together for a shared cause.

As part of the project, the pub’s interior has been lovingly refreshed with new furniture and bar fittings, retaining its rustic charm while making it welcoming for a new generation of locals. The large beer garden has also had a makeover, with new benches and a pergola installed so that customers can continue to enjoy the outdoor space no matter what the British weather throws up.

“We didn’t just buy a pub, we brought back a vital piece of our village,” said Jo. “This has always been more than a place to grab a drink, it is where memories are made.”

The Star & Garter will now serve as a hub for village life, with plans for weekly community events, seasonal festivals, and an exciting new food offering launching soon.

“We want this to be a place for everyone,” said Steve. “This is your pub - reopened, restored, and ready for the future.”

Chris Reed, Retail Development Manager at Wells & Co, said: “It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Jo, Paul, Steve, Shannon and Alan over the last few months to enable them to realise their vision for The Star & Garter. They are so passionate about their local community and bringing this pub back to being the beating heart of Chelveston. I am looking forward to continuing to work alongside them for many years to come.”

For more details about The Star & Garter, visit the pub website: www.thestarandgarterpub.co.uk