First look at revamp of popular Islington pub The Alwyne Castle

Named after the Alwyne family  - Earls of Northumberland and Lords of Canonbury Manor - the pub originally opened on St Mary's Road in 1851, but was demolished and moved in the 1960s when John Spencer Square was built.The Alwyne Castle has been revamped (Image: Courtesy of The Alwyne Castle)

The Mitchells and Butlers pub has new soft furnishings, extended outdoor dining area including bar and burger shack, and an overhauled conservatory that can be booked for private functions. The new food and drink offer includes ale and steak pie, Sunday roasts, fish and chips and burgers, alongside craft beers, ciders and cocktails.The pub opened in 1851 but was demolished, rebuilt and renamed The Alwyne Castle in 1963 as part of a road widening scheme (Image: Courtesy of The Alwyne Castle)

General manager Manuel Montoya Franco said the pub retains its traditional look and feel with 10 new jobs created to serve punters: “We’re excited to reveal the all-new Alwyne Castle," he said. 

"The work that has been done, in the garden, in particular, has made us a great asset not just for the Islington and Canonbury community, but as a destination site with a garden that will draw guests from much further afield!”New soft furnishings and a fresh menu are part of the overhaul at The Alwyne Castle (Image: Courtesy of The Alwyne Castle)

The Alwyne Castle, 84, St Paul's Road, Islington. https://www.thealwynecastleislington.co.uk/