A Practical, Customer‑Focused Restaurant Fit Out for Pennells Sleaford
Pennells Garden Centre in Sleaford wanted to refresh their restaurant space to better reflect how customers use it today. The existing layout no longer supported the volume, pace or expectations of modern garden centre dining. The brief was clear. Create a space that feels welcoming and comfortable, works hard throughout the day and supports efficient service behind the scenes.
The restaurant needed to appeal to a wide audience, from weekday regulars and families to weekend visitors, without losing the relaxed, informal feel Pennells is known for.
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Revitalise Your Leisure Space
Leisure spaces play a crucial role in creating memorable experiences for customers. Effective leisure interior design blends functionality with aesthetics to create inviting environments that leave a lasting impression. Professional leisure space design services help optimise layout, traffic flow and ambience, ensuring that every square metre effectively serves its purpose.
Our approach
We worked closely with the Pennells team to understand how the restaurant operates at different times of day and week. That insight shaped every decision.
The fit out focused on:
- A clearer layout that naturally guides customers from entrance to seating
- Defined zones that support different customer needs, from quick coffee stops to longer stays
- Finishes and fixtures chosen for durability, ease of maintenance and visual warmth
- Practical back‑of‑house considerations that improve staff movement and service flow
Rather than chasing trends, the design was kept simple, timeless and purposeful.
“Working with APSS has been easy at every stage and we would recommend them for any future projects you may have. Everyone I worked with provided an excellent service, were easily contactable and dealt with any issues quickly and professionally. The tradesman on the shopfloor were also courteous, professional and created no issues for my staff or customers.”
Will Pennell, Managing Director, Pennells Garden Centres
The result
The completed restaurant is brighter, easier to navigate and more comfortable for customers. Seating feels more intentional, circulation is smoother and the overall environment supports both relaxed dining and busy service periods.
For staff, the improved layout has made service more efficient and reduced pressure at peak times. For customers, the space feels calm, welcoming and well organised, encouraging longer visits and repeat use.
The fit out has given Pennells Sleaford a restaurant space that better reflects the quality of their offer and supports the garden centre as a whole.
