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Jul 2020
Ripon's largest pub re-opens for early risers
The Unicorn, Ripon's largest pub, re-opened its doors prompt on the eighth chime of the Cathedral clock this morning.
There was a quiet trickle of customers arriving for their first breakfast or coffee at the pub since it went into lockdown in March.
Owned by hospitality giant Wetherspoon, the pub and hotel in Market Place, has put many safety measures in place in readiness for up to a maximum of 135 customers at a time on its premises, which include a beer garden to the rear.
Duty manager Dawn Tull (pictured) told The Stray Ferret:
On entry, pub goers will be required to complete an NHS Test and Trace form which is designed to assist health professionals in contacting individuals in the event of a local coronavirus outbreak.
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Perspex screens have been fixed at the bar and other locations; a one way system in and out has been introduced and leaflets handed out to customers asks them to keep themselves, other pub goers and staff safe, by following guidelines, which include customers only entering the premises if they feel well; washing hands on arrival with the sanitiser provided; making contactless payments and using an app to order at table, where possible.
Wetherspoon has pointed out on its leaflets:
Doors close on the first day back after lockdown at midnight and Dawn, said:
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