Having developed The Pilot Boat into one of Lyme Regis' most popular eateries over the past five years, the Collyns family have now taken on two new projects in Bridport and West Bay.

Robin and Angela Collyns and their children took on The Pilot Boat following major redevelopment by owners Palmers Brewery.

They pride themselves on offering an "exceptional casual dining experience with outstanding service and freshly cooked local produce", complimented by three boutique bedrooms which have received excellent reviews.

They have now taken on two more venues from Palmers Brewery's portfolio – The Bridport Arms in West Bay and The George Hotel in Bridport.

The Bridport Arms offers the opportunity to build on the success of the bedrooms at The Pilot Boat by offering 11 ensuite rooms which will be developed to the highest standard over the next six months.

The downstairs trading area allows the highly successful and casual dining experience of The Pilot Boat to be replicated with the additions of an outstanding breakfast buffet and separate artisan coffee shop.

The George Hotel allows the Collyns family to redefine the quintessential English pub experience and will offer a small menu of freshly-cooked pub classics with a twist, great drinks menu and outstanding table service.

A statement said: "Both businesses will continue their commitment to outstanding customer service and fresh local produce.

"Their customers will be able to experience the best of the English seaside at West Bay and the charms of a traditional English town at Bridport."

Both venues are now recruiting with the hope of developing "raw talent into professional and proud members of the team".

Both the Pilot Boat, currently run by the Collyns family, and The Ship Inn in Lyme Regis are listed as for let by Palmers Brewery. More details are available at https://palmersbrewery.com/run-a-pub/pubs-to-let/