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Fire-hit Stuart Broad and Harry Gurney pub confirms reopening date

Greig Watson
BBC News
Anna Mooney Building exterior under renovationAnna Mooney
The work has cost more than £1m and taken almost one year to complete

A pub part-owned by England cricketer Stuart Broad that was badly damaged in a fire has confirmed a reopening date.

The Tap and Run, in Upper Broughton, Nottinghamshire, lost its roof and upper floor early on 11 June last year.

The pub is co-owned by Nottinghamshire and England bowler Broad and former England bowler Harry Gurney.

After a more than £1m renovation, it has been confirmed it will reopen on 26 June, though bookings will initially be limited.

Harry Gurney Fire at The Tap and Run, in Upper Broughton, NottinghamshireHarry Gurney
Fire crews tackled the blaze for much of the night

In a social media post, the pub said it was "thrilled" to be reopening.

It added: "It's been quite a journey, but we're filled with excitement as we prepare to serve you once more.

"We can't wait to see you all again."

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England and Nottinghamshire bowler Stuart Broad co-owns the pub

The fire was caused by laundry that ignited in a tumble dryer.

The pub forms part of The Cat and Wickets Pub Company, owned by the cricketing pair.

While it is located in Nottinghamshire, it has a Leicestershire postcode and its proximity to the county border meant it could be named Pub of the Year at the Leicestershire Tourism and Hospitality Awards 2021.

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