Rishi Sunak set to visit The Fleece Inn in Northallerton

The MP is scheduled to visit The Fleece Inn in Northallerton on Friday (January 16), at just after 5pm.

Mr Sunak will be meeting with the pub’s management team to discuss plans for the much-anticipated reopening of the historic venue.

Following the meeting, local residents will be able to attend, meet the MP in person, and raise any questions they may have.

A social media post from The Fleece Inn said: “We’re pleased to confirm that Rishi Sunak MP will be visiting The Fleece on Friday to meet with our management team and discuss the reopening of the pub.

“Following this meeting, there will be an opportunity for local residents to attend, meet their MP in person, and ask questions or raise matters important to them.

“We ask that everyone is respectful and mindful that time may be limited, but we hope as many locals as possible can take advantage of this chance to engage directly.”

The Fleece Inn in Northallerton. (Image: GOOGLE MAPS)

The visit comes as the Grade II listed pub, believed to be the oldest in Northallerton with parts dating back to the 15th century, works towards reopening its doors to the public.

The Fleece Inn has been undergoing an extensive refurbishment under new owners S&S Taverns Ltd. Works include updating the furnishings, decorating, rearranging the bar and restaurant area, and an updated kitchen with brand new equipment.

Managing director, Sam Matthews, said the company are “thrilled” to be bringing back “this much-loved local with great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and your favourite pints on tap”.

Sam said: “It’s going to be a traditional pub with good food. We want to create a family environment with a restaurant area to separate it from the bar area.

“We’re trying to get it cleaned up, rearranged and organised so we can reopen it to customers as soon as possible.”

The management team is aiming to have the kitchen open by the end of January, marking a major step in restoring the pub as a central hub for the community.

The post added: “We’re also delighted to share that we are working towards having the kitchen open by the end of January, marking another big step in bringing The Fleece back as a welcoming hub for the whole community.

“Thank you for the continued support – it really does mean a great deal to us.”

The official opening date has yet to be announced.