" Watford 's oldest pub" has revealed how it evolved to survive the cost of living crisis and is set to reopen a bar outside. The One Crown at 156 High Street is believed to be the town’s more historic drinking hole, although not the longest continuously-run pub. According to Watford Museum archivist Christine Orchard, the building’s owner was registered as a landlord in 1756, which she said may be when the pub opened.
Now almost 300 years on, landlady Sophie Luckett, 31, explained that the venue has undergone a few changes since she took over in February 2022.Sophie, who grew up in Watford and lives in Garston, said: “The customers have changed and we lost a few regulars. Some like to just have it as a quiet pub to have a few drinks but obviously that doesn't bring much money and profit.” She has started organising regular music nights, including a ska DJ and a visiting reggae sound system, which have helped to bring in extra busines
Watford Pub Oldest Cost Of Living Crisis Reopen Bar Venue Changes Music Nights Business
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