THE Dawnay Arms in West Heslerton is to be re-opened under a new operator.

The previously closed pub and restaurant, which boasts a spacious lounge, bar and dining room, has been sold leasehold through property adviser Christie & Co.

The Dawnay Arms sits within part of a large estate and is managed by investment group Albanwise, which bought the entire West Heslerton village estate two years ago.

Shaquille Meyers at Albanwise said: “We look forward to helping the new operators settle into their new business venture and have no doubt the pub will become a success once again in the new year.”

New operator Simon Hatton, his wife Jessica Tarver and their team said they've created a traditional country pub serving honest home-cooked food.