A much-loved pub in East Kilbride is reopening after announcing its shock closure earlier this year.

The Westwood Bar, Function Suites, and Garden - which is located on Redcliffe Drive in the town - has revealed it will be reopening on Wednesday, August 21.

Announcing the exciting news, the venue said the boozer is now under 'new management'.

In May, we reported how the bar announced its shock closure as staff thanked the punters for their support over the years.

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Announcing its reopening on Facebook, the team at the pub said: "Under new management.

"Reopening at 11am on Wednesday, August 21. Please, share, share, share.

"Grand reopening with a traditional Super Sunday on August 25 at 4pm.

"We would love to see the local support make this a massive success."

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Following the news, locals flocked to the comments of the post to share their excitement of the pubs reopening.

One said: "Brilliant. It's been missed by the locals."

Another added: "Great news. Well done."

A third chimed: "Woohoo. I know a few people that will be very happy with this news."

While a fourth said: "Fab news."