The Royal Oak, Swallowcliffe. DC7716P8..Picture by Tom Gregory
The Royal Oak in Swallowcliffe is gearing up to reopen its doors, and the opening night is already fully booked.
TV presenter James May who bought 'half the pub' said the venue will reopen to customers on Wednesday October 28.
Wednesday’s opening night at #TheRoySwallowcliffe is now fully booked. Other nights are available. Free parking. No fruit machine.
— James May (@MrJamesMay) October 25, 2020
The former Top Gear presenter announced last month he had bought half the Royal Oak much to the delight of local residents.
The much-loved pub has been closed since the pandemic began in March.
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