A LANDMARK but derelict pub on the North York Moors is set to be demolished under plans due to be approved by the national park on Thursday.
The Saltersgate Inn, near the Hole of Horcum on the Pickering to Whitby road, has been regarded as the worst eyesore in the park for more than a decade.
Renowned as a smugglers' haunt 200 years ago, it is now set to be redeveloped as a café and restaurant to seat 60, together with a new brewery and tap room.
Senior planning officer Hilary Saunders said: Officers have been working very closely with the new owners to find an acceptable way forward for either renovation of the existing building or redevelopment of the site."
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