{"id":10829,"date":"2016-02-25T09:37:40","date_gmt":"2016-02-25T08:37:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/?p=10829"},"modified":"2016-02-25T09:47:02","modified_gmt":"2016-02-25T08:47:02","slug":"the-award-winning-percy-french-just-got-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/2016\/02\/the-award-winning-percy-french-just-got-better\/","title":{"rendered":"THE AWARD-WINNING PERCY FRENCH JUST GOT BETTER!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><em>Hastings Hotels invests almost \u00a340k in its Newcastle bar\/restaurant <\/em><\/h1>\n<p><em> <\/em><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/PicMonkey-Collage7.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright size-large wp-image-10830\" title=\"PicMonkey Collage\" src=\"https:\/\/whatsonni.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/PicMonkey-Collage7-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"502\" height=\"502\" \/><\/a>The Percy French bar and restaurant in Newcastle, a popular destination for holidaymakers and golfers, has just undergone a programme of refurbishments costing thousands aimed at \u2018enhancing the visitor experience\u2019 and to \u2018make the most of the stunning location\u2019.<\/p>\n<p>Visitors to one of Northern Ireland\u2019s premier hotels, the 4-star Slieve Donard Resort &amp; Spa, Newcastle, will be familiar with the Percy French, explained James Toal, Manager of the Percy French.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe award-winning Percy French just got better following an investment of almost \u00a340k.\u00a0 The improvements include new larger windows which help to make the most of our stunning location here in Newcastle.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0Visitors can now enjoy the view made famous by Percy French in his haunting song, <em>\u2018The Mountains of Mourne\u2019<\/em> which he noted, \u2018sweep down to the sea\u2019 as they relax in front of a roaring fire.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Mountains of Mourne have just been voted \u2018the nation\u2019s best view\u2019 following a major survey beating stunning locations from across the UK, including Snowdonia in Wales and the Lake District in Cumbria.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur patrons are already used to fantastic food and a warm welcome and following the refurb we are delighted to say that the captivating atmosphere and ambience we are known for has been enhanced with better views and a brighter space\u201d, said James.<\/p>\n<p>James continued:\u00a0 \u201cAdditionally, Percy French memorabilia and books are being catalogued and will be displayed prominently throughout the bar\/restaurant so that our customers can learn more about one of Ireland\u2019s foremost songwriters and entertainers. An interactive museum will follow later in the year which will tell the Percy French story in full including why we named the bar\/restaurant after such a talented and famous visitor to the area.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI would like to pay tribute to the fabulous Percy French team who do a marvellous job ensuring we offer our customers the very best in seasonal menus and an exceptional dining experience every time.\u00a0 And on your next visit be sure and try our refreshing new beer, Percy\u2019s Porter, which is exclusive to the Slieve Donard Resort &amp; Spa and the Percy French.\u201d James added.<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hastings Hotels invests almost \u00a340k in its Newcastle bar\/restaurant The Percy French bar and restaurant in Newcastle, a popular destination for holidaymakers and golfers, has just undergone a programme of refurbishments costing thousands aimed at \u2018enhancing the visitor experience\u2019 and to \u2018make the most of the stunning location\u2019. 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