A Grade II-listed pub dating back to the 16th century has reopened after an extensive refurbishment in a west Suffolk town. 

The Waggon & Horses in High Street in Newmarket has reopened after its owner Greene King invested £300,000 into refurbishing the property and giving it a "new lease of life".

The pub, which is one of the oldest in the town, has been given new decorations, furnishings and fittings inside and outside. 

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The pub will retain its traditional featuresThe pub will retain its traditional features (Image: Greene King)

Greene King said the pub retains all of its traditional features but will now also appeal to both local residents and visitors to Newmarket, considered the home of British horseracing.

It will be operated by Doolin Rock Pub Company, a growing pub business with operations across London and the South.

Colin Coogan and Austin Whelan, co-founders of Doolin Rock Pub Company, said:  “We cannot wait to welcome people back to The Waggon & Horses.

The outdoor space has also been refurbished The outdoor space has also been refurbished (Image: Greene King)

"We believe we have made this already great local pub even better and that we will take it to the next level for both the community and for the many visitors to Newmarket.

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“The upgrades we have made to this pub are very sympathetic to its history and heritage. As a Grade-II listed building this was really important to us.

“Be it for food, drink or to watch racing on the telly - The Waggon & Horses will have you covered. We hope to welcome you to the pub soon for a great hospitality experience.”

Greene King say the refurbishment will give the pub a new lease of life.Greene King said the refurbishment will give the pub a new lease of life (Image: Greene King)

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Lee Jarvis, business development manager for Greene King Pub Partners, added: “Our £300,000 investment in The Waggon & Horses gives this much-loved pub a new lease of life and secures its future for generations to come, whilst remaining sympathetic to its heritage and history.

“Time and time again, Colin and Austin have shown they know how to run great pubs and I am excited to see The Waggon & Horses flourish under their leadership.”