A PUB which was founded by a former Celtic player and has been run by the same family for more than 30 years has hit the market.
The Croft in Lugar Place, Rutherglen, has been put up for sale by the Hood family after 33 years of ownership for an asking price of £1.35 million.
Former Celtic player Harry Hood bought the premises in 1978 but didn’t get planning permission to turn it into a pub for nearly 10 years due to it originally being in a dry district.
Hood eventually opened The Croft as a community pub, which served food and drinks while showing sport in 1991, and is referred to locally as one of the “hidden gems” in the community.
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The Hood family have now come to the difficult decision to sell The Croft as they focus on their other businesses.
Grant Hood, managing director of Lisini Pub Company, said: “The decision to sell The Croft has not been an easy one.
“The Croft has been a cherished part of the Hood family for many years and has been in sole ownership of The Hoods.
“Our commitment to the community and our patrons has always been at the heart of everything we do at Lisini.”
He continued: “Since our inception in 1969, Lisini Pub Company has earned a reputation for exceptional service, quality hospitality, and strong community ties.
“The decision to sell The Croft is part of a broader strategy to streamline our operations and invest more deeply in our venues and the development and well-being of our employees.
“We are grateful for the support and loyalty of our patrons in Croftfoot, Rutherglen and beyond. As we move forward, we remain steadfast in our mission to deliver unparalleled hospitality experiences and maintain our strong community connections."
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