Fleetwood pub The Royal Oak - known as Dead'uns - reopens with new owners

The Royal Oak in Lord Street, known locally as Dead’uns, closed on April 1 after landlady Linda Hardy announced her retirement.

The 76-year-old had run the pub for over a decade since it was refurbished in 2013.

But the pub reopened again with new owners on Wednesday, April 17, delighting local residents.

Posting on Facebook, Ellie Doolan said: “Thank you to everyone who made our opening night a success, hope you all enjoyed yourself and there’s not too many sore heads today!

“We look forward to welcoming you back.”

One person wrote: “Absolutely fantastic night last night, loved seeing everyone again! So glad it’s open again.”

Another added: “I'm sure a new lease of life is looming bright in the future for both yourselves and Dead'uns.”