REMEMBER scampi in a basket, melon boats and knickerbocker glories?

Well, the 1970’s and ’80’s favourites are set to make a comeback at a Stainland pub due to reopen this autumn.

Brothers Nathan and Matthew Evans, owner chefs at 1885 The Restaurant at the village’s Recreation Ground, have bought the Red Lion next door.

The pub will soon be closed for a while for renovations to take place.

Their aim is to get back to basics and provide traditional pub meals at a price the public can afford.

The move comes at a time when many local pubs are closing due to the state of the economy.

Nathan, 41, who has run 1885 with his brother for 12 years, said: “We feel the time is right and we hope that the opening will regenerate the pub and the area.

“We are going to put decking out and hope that people will come and eat outdoors as well as inside.

“We want to encourage families as well as people who just want to pop in for a coffee.

“Our prices will be affordable. In this current climate, the middle market has been squeezed tightest and we want to adopt a business model which will offer quality food at affordable prices.”

The brothers are planning on pricing their main meals at between £6 and £8. As well as scampi in a basket, there will be other traditional favourites including fish and chips, chicken in a basket, pies and puddings such as banana splits.

Nathan and Matthew have developed a reputation for creating fine food and 1885 has recently been awarded the Trip Advisor 2012 Certificate of Excellence.

They like to use locally-sourced seasonal ingredients and blend them together to create finely-balanced flavours and dishes.

Originally from Stainland, Matthew worked in Michelin-starred restaurants in London and Nathan on cruise liners before they opened their own restaurant.