Community pub the George & Dragon in Hudswell is seeking a new tenant

The George & Dragon, a community-owned pub in Hudswell that reopened in 2010 after a share sale, needs a new tenant to take over in March after the current tenant steps down.

The George & Dragon in Hudswell is looking for a new tenant after the current tenant said they will step down in March. The pub was bought by Hudswell Community Pub Ltd after it closed in 2008 and reopened in 2010 following a community share sale that raised £200,000. It was named CAMRA national pub of the year in 2017 and serves as a village hub. The pub supports a volunteer-run shop, a small library and community allotments and has helped inspire other local projects. Key details: - Hudswell Community Pub Ltd purchased the building and land in 2010 after raising £200,000 through share sales. - The current tenant is stepping down and a replacement is needed to take over in March. - The pub was named CAMRA national pub of the year in 2017. - The site includes a volunteer-run village shop, a small library, community allotments and hosts a beer festival. - The pub's success helped inspire conversion of St Michael's Church into a walkers' hostel and involvement in affordable housing efforts. Summary: The George & Dragon acts as a focal point for village life, drawing locals and visitors and supporting other community initiatives. Hudswell Community Pub Ltd is actively seeking a new tenant to take over in March and says the board will support tenants while maintaining the pub's traditional character.