Houston’s Fox and Hounds, which closed earlier this year, is now under new ownership and is expected to re-open in November after a substantial refurbishment. Husband and wife Graeme and Karen Finnie have teamed up with fellow Houston local Jason Andrews, proprietor of The River Inn, to take over the pub and restaurant.
The Fox & Hounds had been owned by the Wengel family since 1978 before being sold two years ago and subsequently falling into administration.
New owner Graeme Finnie, managing partner at French Duncan Chartered Accountants, a practice long-associated with the licensed trade, said, “As long-term local residents, we were dismayed when The Fox & Hounds closed its doors. My wife and I saw a chance to save a local icon, as for many local residents the Fox & Hounds is a large part of the local identity.
“Having secured owner-ship we were then delighted when Jason Andrews agreed to take over the venue and run it.”
The new owners have embarked on a comprehensive refurbishment programme en-compassing the public bar, lounge and restaurant with the aim of reopening its doors to the public in November.
