AN historic harbourside pub in Cornwall which was damaged in a fire is back – with an opening date of Friday, June 28 – and features a whole new look.

The Pier House in picturesque Charlestown has been closed for a major restoration for several months.

The multi-million-pound revamp of the 23-bedroom premises is St Austell Brewery’s biggest ever investment in a pub refurbishment.

Paul Harvey, general manager of the Pier House, said: “This refurbishment project has been totally transformational.

“It’s amazing to see the Pier House looking better than ever. We’ve kept its former charm whilst taking the pub to a new level of ambiance.”