New Site Opening – The Potters Heron, Chandlers Ford
The Potters Heron dates back to 1937 and is a landmark building. Known as the birthplace of Thomas the Tank Engine author Wilbert Awdry, Chandler’s Ford is located in the picturesque Test Valley and is a short journey from the New Forest and the South Downs National Park.
The newest pub with rooms will see the 56 bedroom site undergo an extended closure to facilitate a sympathetic multi-million pound refurbishment that will create a further four bedrooms, 258 internal covers and 96 external seats. The Potters Heron is an amazing opportunity for a very experienced existing people in our bueinss to join this fantastic new opening.
The bar and dining areas will be renovated to create warm, welcoming spaces infused with Heartwood’s signature charm. The terrace and garden will also be landscaped to create intimate areas where guests will be able to enjoy Heartwood’s seasonally changing menu and carefully curated drinks list. In each of the boutique style bedrooms guests will enjoy thoughtful touches including Roberts radios, Bramley toiletries, Chromecast televisions, rainfall showers with some rooms also featuring free-standing baths.
The Potters Heron will be Heartwood’s eighth pub with rooms, joining The Ropemaker as the Group’s second rooms site in Hampshire and will take Heartwood’s total room offering to more than 250 when it reopens in Spring 2026.
We are currently looking for existing people in our business who are interested in an exciting new opportunity in the following roles;
* Deputy General Manager
* Assistant Manager
* Senior Sous Chef
* Sous Chef
To apply for these exciting opportunities, please ensure you have first spoken to your Line Manager, Operator and/or Area Chef
We look forward to hearing from you soon!