AN ex-England football team chef has sold his beloved Worcestershire pub to new owners.
Roger Narbett, who used to cook meals for the England football team in the 00s, has sold his pub, The Chequers in Cutnall Green, near Droitwich, to new owners.
New owners Henry and Emma Pearman welcomed punters on Thursday evening (May 26).
Roger Narbett and his wife Jo have been running the pub for the past 22 years and said they want to retire to spend time with their family.
The pub is known for its traditional country feel and is a well-established pub in Worcestershire.
Mr Pearman says he wants the pub to remain a traditional country pub but the new owners are hoping to give it a modern twist.
The 35-year old said: "We're not going to change it drastically, we are going to change the menu slightly.
"Our food at the Horseshoes in Belbroughton is popular, so we're going to bring that here."
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Mr Pearman said: "It's a great pub and I've been coming here since I was a kid.
"Roger and Jo are looking to retire and spend time with their family and wanted someone younger to take over.
"Owning a pub is a dream come true. It's the first place I own.
Roger and Jo Narbett said: "Following over 20 years ownership at The Chequers Cutnall Green we have decided that now is the time to pass the baton on to the next generation.
"We are delighted to be handing over this very special pub to established hospitality owners and the current owners of The Horseshoes Belbroughton, Henry and Emma Pearman.
"We know they will do an amazing job and that we are handing over the pub to very capable hands.
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"The business has brought us so many happy memories and friendships over the years and we have thoroughly enjoyed our time here.
"We are now excited to be moving on to the next chapter in our lives and spending more time with our family.
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"We would like to thank everyone who over the years has been part of this journey with us; this includes our suppliers, our loyal customers, and most importantly our staff who will all continue to be employed by Henry and Emma.
"The Chequers will always hold a very special place in our hearts, and we look forward to coming back to visit as customers in the very near future.”
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