Freshfield’s PR and event management team orchestrated tonight’s official launch of Hastings Eating and Drinking House in Lytham. Coronation Street actress Kym Marsh was joined on the red carpet by Hastings director, James Allan (pictured, right) and the venue’s award-winning head chef Warrick Dodds.

The salubrious venue is under new ownership and Freshfield organised an opening night to remember, complete with red carpet and flaming torches, complimentary champagne cocktails and canapés and entertainment throughout the evening from Lancashire swing singing sensation, Howard Wing. The event was a roaring success and was attended by more than 180 guests, including local dignitaries, food critics, journalists, radio presenters and business leaders from across the region.