A NEW planning application seeking permission to refurbish a pub has been sent in to the council.

Heineken-owned Star Pubs & Bars has submitted the fresh plans for the Millstone pub, near to Newton-le-Willows railway station, which has been closed for more than three years.

The Star reported in January 2022 after previous plans had been approved for refurbishment of the pub, which were scheduled to start once a new licensee was recruited.

The Mill Lane venue remains available on the Star Pubs & Bar website for lease and a new planning application has now been sent in for the refurbishment and extension of the venue.

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Plans say that works will include a new side extension to the left side, from the front of the building with a roof lantern.

There will also be new external seating area to the rear and the car park is to be amended.

The project will also see a part-demolition to the back of the pub and a new extension formed to the kitchen.

Toilets are to be relocated to the first floor and a new dining area is to be created in the existing WC area, with new access to the external seating area.

A portakabin is to be removed from the back and new steps, fences, and planting will be added to the outside area at the rear. 

A standard public consultation on the new application will last until Tuesday, July 12. Council planners are expected to rule on the proposals by August 28.

  • Visit here to see the pub listed on the Star Pubs & Bars website.