DEN ENGLE
p their Leeks for Brussels...
he question “why Leek?” Is one asked all too
frequently by new customers to Geoff and
Hilary Turner’s Belgian inspired bar that can
be found in the heart of Leek town centre.
And the answer is a simple one; a passion for
Belgium, its beer and cuisine was what prompted
the Moorlands couple to open their own little
piece of Belgium in Leek back in 1996.
Over the years owners Geoff and Hilary,
whilst delighting customers with their selection
of over 100 different Belgian beers at their bar
Den Engle, have tried to explain what first
attracted them to spend their holidays in various
regions of the small European country, finally
giving into public demand by their regulars to
organise a trip to Belgium which took place back
in December last year.
To give some background to one of the
planned excursions on the trip, the group paid a
visit to Leek’s very own Nicholson War Memorial
ahead of the 36 strong Bruges bound party
departing from Leek on 6th December.
Speaking to Leek Life about the trip Hilary
explained: “We arrived Friday afternoon to check
into our hotel in the centre of Bruges leaving the
remainder of the day free to explore the various
bars and restaurants. Saturday was also a free
day giving ample time t