A NEW 1920s themed bar has launched in Bromsgrove, creating 32 jobs for the town.

The Dry Spy on St John Street specialises in gin, cocktails and a 1920s atmosphere.

Based around the prohibition period in America, where the public had to drink illegally in speakeasies, The Dry Spy has a private function and music room, complete with shutters when the party has to go undercover.

Bromsgrove Advertiser: The outdoor garden is overlooked by St John's Church.The outdoor garden is overlooked by St John's Church.

Dean Brady, project manager of The Dry Spy said he wants to make Bromsgrove a central hub, diverting party goers from the likes of Worcester or Birmingham.

"We have created jobs for local people and given everyone the right training and guidance, creating a fun working environment," said Dean. 

"All the work we have done to renovate the building has also been done by local companies"

Bromsgrove Advertiser: The Dry Spy has created 32 jobs for the town.The Dry Spy has created 32 jobs for the town.

"The Dry Spy is bringing something different to Bromsgrove, providing people not only with great drinks but a theatrical element to their night as well."

The building, formally St Johns Wine Room has a large outdoor space, overlooked by St Johns Church.

Within the space is a wild meadow which is hoped to attract wildlife - creating a biodiverse environment.

Dean added: "We wanted to renovate this building but keeping its history and doing it justice, and overall this project has took over 18 moths to compete.

"We have kept the original steps which lead to a balcony area from the patio.

"In the future will we be showing horse racing events such as Ascot and creating that 1920s illegal gambling atmosphere with dedicated events."

In keeping within the history of the building, The Court Leet formally opened the bar on July 23, along with famous racehorse trainer Jonjo O'Neil.

General Manager, Micky Pearson, who has worked in the hospitality industry for years said: "I have been building an excitement inside myself seeing it come together form a shell to a secret sexy place where no one know about but when you get here, you want to tell all your friends about."

The Dry Spy have also acquired the adjacent building, the Steps House, which has laid vacant for many years, with plans to renovate in the future.