The new landlady of a Chipperfield pub says she's ready to "put the village on the map" as she prepares for its grand reopening.

Sue Adams has taken over The Windmill, after veteran landlord David Clark retired following 23 years at the helm.

While Sue has managed pubs owned by companies, The Windmill marks her first time taking sole charge as landlady.

Sue AdamsSue Adams (Image: Sue Adams) Despite this, she isn't feeling any nerves ahead of Saturday's (October 12) reopening party, which will come after a soft launch today (October 10).

Asked why she wanted to take over, Sue said: "I was attracted to it because I know the pub and I love the area. Its a really cosy, rural pub in a beautiful area.

Sue is preparing for Saturday's grand openingSue is preparing for Saturday's grand opening (Image: The Windmill) "Having worked in pubs before I knew I would enjoy it. I moved on to other things but  always missed it, so when this opportunity came up I felt I had to take it and have a go."

Sue hopes to maintain the boozer's image as a traditional local pub, but has plans to put her own stamp on things. This includes the addition of a takeaway wine service in the evenings.

(Image: The Windmill) On her vision for the pub, she said: "There's a lot of scope for us to bring in customers. It's such a lovely place to attract people from outside the village. We're going to be a good traditional pub with homemade food and everyone is welcome.

"I'm hoping we can attract people to Chipperfield, put the village on the map and become a central meeting point."

The pub will be proudly dog friendly and Sue aims to start serving hot food from November 1, made with local produce.

Looking ahead to Saturday, Sue says: "We have a brilliant singer coming down from Portugal to perform throughout the day and night.

"There will be picky bits for people to eat. We want to welcome everyone, introduce them to me and my staff and have a good time."

Doors open at midday for Saturday's event, with the pub serving customers as part of a 'soft launch' from today.

(Image: The Windmill)