First look at how The Leddie hotel could look in Aberlady

Northern Irish private investment company Wirefox acquired the Aberlady business in September last year.

Now, renamed The Leddie, an extensive refurbishment and design project has taken place.

The hotel will officially open to the public this summer and aims to complement East Lothian’s enviable food and drink scene.

The Leddie, an ode to the original name of the river that runs through the village, will be home to a luxury 27-bed hotel, a bar and 70 cover restaurant – complete with, according to the team behind the business, “a cosy lounge area with a roaring fire and inviting nooks”.

A glimpse into how the former Ducks Hotel - now renamed The Leddie - will look has been revealed (Image: Contributed)

In addition, guests and visitors will be able to enjoy a refreshing drink in The Leddie’s front and rear terraces.

The design has been developed in collaboration between Wirefox’s in-house design team and Studio Terry, incorporating inspirations from the local surroundings and Scotland itself.

The distinctive interiors “create an escapist and cosy space that both celebrates and transcends the area’s rich history”.

Alongside the cosy interiors, guests can order from a menu designed to celebrate East Lothian’s larder.

A glimpse into how the former Ducks Hotel - now renamed The Leddie - will look has been revealed (Image: Contributed)

Ahead of the opening, Wirefox has confirmed the appointment of Robert Clark as general manager of The Leddie.

Mr Clark brings a wealth of hospitality experience to the role with over 16 years’ experience within the industry.

He previously worked as general manager of The Scran & Scallie in Edinburgh and the Bonnie Badger in nearby Gullane.

He said: “I am delighted to have joined Wirefox at the early stages of the Marram collection and cannot wait to launch this beautiful property after all the hard work that has gone into it, from everyone involved.

“It is an exciting time and we are focussed on providing great hospitality for all of our guests, and we can’t wait to open our doors and welcome you this summer.”

A glimpse into how the former Ducks Hotel - now renamed The Leddie - will look has been revealed (Image: Contributed)

Reservations are now live at www.theleddie.com

Ducks Inn, previously known as Kilspindie House, was owned and operated by Malcolm and Fiona Duck for 19 years.

Upon their final service, the couple were joined by family, friends, former and current colleagues, as well as customers.

At that time, Mr Duck said: “The staff have been fantastic. They’ve done a great job over a long period of time.

“Driving out was a very strange feeling.

“I think we’ve tried to run the business the right way over the years.

“There are two ways not to run a business: one by the heart and the other by the account.

“I think finding a bit of both is important.”