"We'll share updates as soon as we know more" - Much loved North Tyneside pub announces closure
The man behind a popular North Tyneside drinking spot has announced its closure.
The future of the Ship’s Cat in North Shields has been featured heavily in local conversations due to a change in opening times.
However, it has now been announced the site in its current state will not reopen.
While there has not been an official update from the site’s social media pages, one of the key names behind the bar has told drinkers about their future.
Commenting on a post abour rumours surrounding the venue, Leon Caush said: “Hi everyone. Unfortunately, The Ship’s Cat will not be returning — it is now permanently closed.
“A new bar and brand will be taking over the venue, and we’ll share updates as soon as we know more about its future.”
Cauch is listed as a director of the Ship’s Cat on the Companies House website.
The spot well well loved as a spot just off the North Shields Fish Quay, and was a popular option for those drinking along the north bank of the Tyne in pub crawls which included the Low Lights Tavern and the Fishnet Tavern.
It is the latest in a series of closures across Tyneside including Six Restaurant in Gateshead and Mushroom Bar and Point Blank in Newcastle city centre.