Inglewhite pub introduces deposit after no-shows on Mother’s Day

The Green Man at Inglewhite is introducing a new measure to reduce restaurant no-shows on key days and bank holidays.

After a large number of table bookings went to waste on Sunday 19 March, which marked Mother’s Day, the country pub has decided to take deposits for reservations moving forward.

A spokesperson for the food and drinks pub expressed dismay at the recent turn of events on social media: “We are sad to have to do this but moving forwards for key days such as Mother’s Day and bank holidays we will need to begin taking deposits for bookings.

“We have turned tables away due to the amount of bookings we have had for today and unfortunately some of those large table bookings have not turned up without getting in contact.

“We are an independent, destination, family run business. Some of our team have given up their Mother’s Day so others can enjoy theirs.”

The country pub's outdoor seating area Pic: @thegreenmanatinglewhite — The country pub’s outdoor seating area Pic: @thegreenmanatinglewhite

Despite the no-shows, The Green Man at Inglewhite has thanked customers for choosing to dine at the pub. The latest post on Facebook said: “Wow what a week we have had.”

The independent venue uses fresh ingredients sourced from local suppliers to create bespoke recipes, in 2021 it received The Travellers’ Choice Award.

To find out more or to make a reservation visit The Green Man at Inglewhite website.

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