The Patriot's Arms pub in Swindon undergoes refurbishment

They also give a clue of what the final establishment could be like once complete.

The Patriot’s Arms in Chiseldon is open seven days a week for drinks but the managers hope to open for food in two to three months.

The food offering will only start once work is complete, including fitting a “quiet dining area” to one side.

This will be separated from the main bar by bi-fold doors which can be opened to create one large event space.

Outside a climbing frame and children’s play area are being constructed with games and activities.

This is in line with the managers’ hopes for the pub to be “a place where children are happy and parents are happy” to spend time.

The managers say that the community have been supportive, contributing to the “kids park fund”.

One person said: “Village pub which has been neglected over the years. 

"However, the new landlord and landlady are putting a great deal of effort in, redecorating in and out and now sorting the garden out for a children's play area.

“Good luck to them in these difficult times for the pub industry.”