THE Prestongrange Gothenburg in Prestonpans gave its eager patrons a sneak peak at refurbishment works taking place ahead of its grand reopening next Saturday (February 4).

The Goth temporarily closed on January 1 after the previous tenants declared that the “spiralling cost of living” meant continuing to trade was “no longer viable” for them.

It was announced last October that Patrick Cairney – manager of the Linton Hotel in East Linton – would take on the management, stressing that he would bring a “fresh impetus” to one of Prestonpans’ most iconic locations.

The team posted images of a blue tartan carpet and a rejuvenated staircase on Facebook ahead of the pub’s return.

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Members of the team said on Facebook: “We are working hard to be your lovely local hub once more; we think it is taking shape.

“We hope you’ll like the changes.

“See you all soon.”

Mr Cairney has won acclaim for the food at the Linton Hotel – a success he is looking to emulate at the Goth.

The pub is set to reopen next Saturday, with a full food menu available from the following day.