A popular Lanarkshire pub has closed its doors for a full refurbishment.
The Applebank Inn in Larkhall, 'certified' as one of the most haunted pubs in Britain, poured their last pint last weekend to undergo their renovations.
Over 300 years old, the bar and restaurant was established in 1715 and boasts numerous industry awards to their name.
And it attracts customers from around the country due to their reputation - and of course, the ghostly goings-on.
Roz Gavin, manager of the Applebank, told Lanarkshire Live : "We are currently undergoing some renovations, but these won't touch any of the existing fantastic features we have.
"We are very excited for a new look Applebank and once we re-open we plan on having live entertainment and also lots of family and charity events, including supporting the upcoming Larkhall Gala Day.
"We are certified as one of the most haunted pubs in Britain, have won many awards over the years, we are dog and family friendly and we look forward to welcoming everyone back with an all new food and drinks menu too."
Larkhall’s Applebank Inn has long been associated with spirits and over the years have been visited by paranormal experts who did indeed prove that the popular bar is indeed haunted.
Legend has it that the Millheugh bar is frequently visited by a ghost known as the Black Lady of Larkhall.
The woman – Sita Phurdeen – is said to have accompanied Captain McNeil, owner of the former Broomhill House, back to the local area as his ‘princess bride’ after a visit to India around 1902.
As the story goes, Sita had difficulty settling in Britain and she was banished away to an area of the house, which once sat in the area behind the inn, out of sight.
She reportedly disappeared altogether two years later.
The ghostly figure spotted by locals and visitors to the area over the years is said to be that of Sita, who is connected to the Applebank by a large stone lintel which was recovered from the ruins of Broomhill House and embedded into the wall at the bar.
It is hoped the renovations will be complete and the Applebank will re-open to punters mid March but all updates will be posted on their Facebook page.
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