A popular North East pub reopened yesterday following an extensive £100,000 refurbishment.

The Stag Inn on Silver Street in Stockton reopened on Thursday (July 27) following a £108,000 refit.

The renovation saw the pub's interior and exterior redone, with the venue now featuring brand-new flooring throughout, as well as new fixtures and fittings.

The outside features a newly painted exterior, which the pub believes will create a more welcoming environment for patrons.

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The operator of the Stag Inn, Carl McDowell, said: “Opening night was fantastic, it was amazing to see all customers, old and new, coming to see what the pub has to offer!  

"The feedback we received from the community was amazing, and we can’t wait to see them again soon!” 

The venue will be headed by Carl McDowell and Reece Haigh, who has also run The Turks Head in Darlington for the past three years.

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The Stag Inn offers a wide range of drinks offers, including cocktails, wine and fizz.

A pub spokesperson said the venue will boast a full sports package of Sky Sports, TNT Sports and Horse Racing.

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It will also host an annual schedule of events for the community such as regular quiz and karaoke nights, as well as charity events to support local causes.

Matthew Gurney, operations director for Proper Pubs, said: “The refurbishment at the Stag Inn looks fantastic – the team have worked really hard to ensure it is a success for the local community.  

“On behalf of the Proper Pubs team, we would like to wish our community heroes, Carl and Reece every success for the future in making the Stag Inn a fantastic hub of the community”.