North Brewing Co owners to step down from Leeds firm
The owners of a popular Leeds brewery have stepped away from the business.
North Brewing Co owners John Gyngell and Christian Townsley are stepping away from their roles to pursue other opportunities. They founded North Bar in 1997, and over the years the brewery has grown to have nine bars, across Leeds, Manchester and Harrogate.
John and Christian have wished good luck to the new owners. In an Instagram post, the company said: "Time for the nine @northbardrinks to have our full attention!
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"After much careful consideration John Gyngell and Christian Townsley have decided to step away from their roles at North Brewing Co to pursue other opportunities."
Townsley announced: “Establishing the brand and values that brought success to North Brewing alongside working with amazing people is an achievement we’re incredibly proud of. We wish the new ownership the very best in the future.
"We opened North Bar in 1997 and currently have 9 bars over Leeds, Manchester, Harrogate and Otley."
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