PUB, restaurant and café owners across the district are looking towards the future with optimism after opening to customers indoors for the first time in months. Customers returned to their favourite hospitality venues this week as coronavirus restrictions were eased further on May 17. Richard Batchelar, general manager at The Moat House Inn in Alcester, said opening indoors was a “significant step” in the easing of restrictions. The popular pub has worked hard to ensure a safe re-opening indoors, with a range of Covid safety measures in place. “To be able to open indoors is another step towards getting back to where we want to be,” Richard said.