A popular Newton Aycliffe pub has announced it will reopen under new management - only a week after customers were left devastated by its closure.

The Huntsman, on St Elizabeth Close is set to "reopen very soon" under new leadership, bringing home-made food, crisp pints, and quality entertainment back to the Aycliffe venue. 

Just over a week ago, the pub announced its immediate closure, with the managers hinting at a disagreement with the pub’s brewery owners.

Posting a statement on social media new management team behind The Huntsman said: "We are taking over The Huntsman very soon. 

"We have nearly 30 years of experience and have several other venues across the North East. We are known for our home made food, perfect pints and drinks, quality entertainment and great service. 

"Anyone interested in working with us, new or old staff, please get in touch via our new Facebook page below. All applicants welcome, from management to bar and kitchen. Full training will be given. 

"Please give us a follow and we will update you all regularly."

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A week before, The Huntsman managers had left the pub, saying: "After a conversation with the brewery this morning regarding outstanding repairs and increasing costs it has become apparent that we are on two different pages over what makes a great pub.

“I’d like to thank you all for your support and hope that eventually the Huntsman gets a chance to be the great pub it is destined to be.”

The Northern Echo has contacted brewery Stonegate Group, which owns the pub, for comment.