A seaside pub has reopened following a seven-week £200,000 refurbishment.

The Britannia Inn in Dungeness, part of Shepherd Neame's portfolio, was repainted throughout and given new nautically-themed décor to reflect its coastal setting.

The bar and toilets were also refurbished.

As part of the refurbishment, the pub’s kitchen has trebled in size, with new equipment installed, and the menu has been revamped.

Licensee Richard Davis took over the Britannia Inn last year. He explained: "I’m originally from Hythe and wanted to move back nearer to my family, so I began looking for a pub in the area.

"When I discovered that the Britannia was available, I could see it had enormous potential. Our aim is for the Britannia’s menu to be as much of a draw for customers as its location.

"We source our ingredients locally wherever possible, with suppliers including Aldington Fresh Foods, Savages Greengrocers in New Romney, and of course the Dungeness Fish Hut.”

Shepherd Neame’s director of retail and tenanted operations, Nigel Bunting, said: “We are delighted with the Britannia Inn’s new look and food offer, and are confident that the pub will continue to go from strength to strength.”