A landlord will be seeking a new adventure after a quarter of a decade in the business.

Erbistock's The Boat will be seeking a new captain after landlord Ian Pritchard Jones has decided on a change of direction after 25 years of running pubs.

Fully refurbished and under new ownership, historic waterside inn and restaurant The Boat is looking for a new general manager after saying a sad farewell to its highly-regarded landlord.

Whitchurch Herald:

Erbistock's The Boat

Co-owners at The Boat Graham Price and Ed Chantler, said they valued his enthusiasm and professionalism as they worked as a team to return the pub to a vibrant and popular country inn and eating house.

The Boat, at Erbistock, near Wrexham, is now seeking a 'forward-thinking, experienced and energetic general manager' to navigate the next steps for the mid-17th Century riverside inn.

Graham Price added: β€œThe Boat prides itself on the quality of its food and drink enjoyed in traditional surroundings with a creative contemporary twist.

Whitchurch Herald:

Ian Pritchard Jones

"This is a great opportunity for the right person to be a part of something special.

"We have big ambitions for The Boat. We are fortunate enough to have Ian remaining with us to help recruit his replacement – and The Boat has other attractions for any potential landlord.

"The post comes with a detached three-bedroom family house with generous gardens and one of the best views over the river."

Whitchurch Herald:

Erbistock's The Boat

Mr Pritchard Jones said food and drink is in his 'DNA' but it is time for a change.

He told the Leader: "Food and drink is in my DNA but after all my working life spent in pubs and restaurants, I feel now would be a good time to explore other avenues within this industry.

"I quite fancy trying my hand in the world of wine. I'm a fluent Welsh speaker so hopefully a Welsh food company could use my knowledge and skills.”

The Boat re-opened after significant investment in renovation and remodelling last year.