As part of the electrical refurbishment led by electrical consultant Kevin Flynn, Zero 88 supplied a ChilliNet control system to the historic tavern. Six Chilli 410's and three 5 Button Brass control panels were used throughout the three levels of public space including the bar, separate drinking areas and the dining rooms. The system allows for the levels of each space to be individually controlled, with preset scenes easily accessed by staff using the push button control panels.
Willcocks explained: "In a restaurant environment it is essential to maintain an appropriate ambience whatever the time of day. Since we have refurbished our dining areas we have doubled our turnover, and I have no doubt that the ChilliNet controlled lighting system has contributed enormously to this."
The Haunch of Venison pub and restaurant, dates from the 14th century and has a colourful past including acting as a brothel in the 1700's and has its own selection of ghosts! Between 11pm and midnight a grey lady ghost is often seen from the window overlooking the graveyard of St Thomas' Church. It was also here that a cheating card player had his hand amputated and his agitated ghost has often been seen.
All Zero 88 products were purchased through Stagecraft, Salisbury.
(Sarah Rushton-Read)
