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25 January 2023

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For 29 years, The Old House has been run by the team at True North Brew Co., but they have today announced that Vocation Brewery is set to takeover the pub, following an eight week refurbishment.

Beginning life as The Halcyon in 1994, the pub quickly became a staple in Sheffield’s pub scene. From live music to Sunday roasts, parties, and after work drinks, The Old House has seen it all over the years, but True North feel the time has come for to ring the last bell on Sunday 29th January.

True North’s Founder Kane Yeardley said:“The Old House is the second venue we opened at True North, way back in 1994.

“Being a staple venue on Devonshire Street for 29 years has been an incredible experience, but the time has come for us to hand over the keys, and Vocation Brewery are the perfect team to breathe a new lease of life into this much loved venue.”

Vocation Brewery, based in Hebden Bridge, are taking on The Old House, and have grand plans for the future of the venue.

As part of their final hurrah, The Old House will be offering 20% off all drinks from Wednesday 25th to Sunday 29th January. Head down to The Old House, share your memories, and say goodbye to one of Sheffield’s most famous venues.

True North would love to see your photos and hear your memories of The Old House over the years, please share these with the True North team on your social channels using #OldHouseSheff. There’s even an original Old House t-shirt and a £50 True North gift card for the best post!

The Old House closes its doors on Sunday 29th January for 8 weeks to undergo a refurbishment by Vocation Brewery and is due to reopen in May 2023.