Project Overview
Client: The Cherry Tree, Blackrod
Location: Blackrod, Greater Manchester
Project Type: Restaurant refurbishment and extension
Scope: Interior redesign of existing restaurant with new garden room extension
Challenge/Brief
The Cherry Tree required a delicate balance between preserving its established restaurant atmosphere and introducing contemporary design elements to appeal to current market trends. The client sought to attract a more discerning clientele whilst maintaining the venue’s existing character and charm. A key requirement was the creation of a new garden room extension that would deliver a “high end” finish suitable for elevated dining experiences.
Solution
MGI approached the project by respecting the venue’s heritage whilst strategically introducing modern elements that would enhance the dining experience. The design focused on creating a sophisticated atmosphere that would support the restaurant’s offering of fine wines, cask beers, and classic British cooking. The new garden room extension was designed to seamlessly integrate with the existing space whilst providing the premium finish required to attract discerning guests.
Implementation
The project involved careful refurbishment of the existing restaurant areas, preserving key atmospheric elements whilst updating fixtures, finishes, and spatial arrangements to meet contemporary expectations. The garden room extension was constructed and fitted out to complement the main restaurant whilst offering a distinct high-end dining environment. Attention was paid to creating cohesive design flow between old and new spaces.
Results
The transformation proved highly successful, with The Cherry Tree officially voted the best restaurant in Bolton for 2019/2020. The venue now successfully delivers an award-winning relaxed dining experience that attracts the targeted discerning clientele. The project’s design excellence was recognised at industry level, becoming a finalist in the SBID International Design Awards’ Best Restaurant Design category. The restaurant continues to thrive, offering its enhanced menu of fine wines, cask beers, and classic British cooking in an environment that successfully balances heritage charm with contemporary sophistication.