A WEST Huntspill pub is set to close is set to close its doors to customers for a £160,000 face-lift. 

The Orchard Inn in Main Road, West Huntspill is set to close on Saturday (February 16) and will open in March after an extensive refurbishment. 

The pub's operator, Punch Taverns, said it is currently looking for a new publican to run the venue and it is excited to revitalise the pub's decor. 

Punch Chief Executive Officer, Clive Chesser, said: "The Orchard is a fantastic pub and Punch are very much committed to the pub’s long term future and success. 

" The Orchard is due to close for a £160k investment which will breathe new life into this much loved pub.

"The Orchard will reopen at the end of March with a brand new look and a fantastic food and drink offer.

"Our teams are actively recruiting for a new publican and we would like to thank our current publicans for their hard work and commitment at the Orchard.

" We wish them all the best for their future endeavours.

"Any interest can be registered with us at www.punchtaverns.com’’