Revealed: Popular Durham Distillery is moving premises, but where?

Durham Distillery has revealed the location of its new premises following ‘ambitious’ plans for the site.

Following an investment of more than £500k and a full refurbishment subject to planning, Durham Distillery will become a fixture within the impending Riverwalk complex, neighbouring the new Odeon cinema and several restaurants as part of its £30m redevelopment.

Spanning over 4,000 sq ft and taking a ground floor space at the former Gates Shopping Centre, the new site will house production of the first whiskey to be distilled in the North East and welcome visitors once the extensive works reach completion.

Situated on the city’s riverside, the distillery will continue production of its gin and vodka products but at an increased level, as well as pioneer a new brand, Durham Whisky - all led by head distiller, Jessica Tomlinson.

The relocation is set to create up to 20 jobs and plans to open in Autumn 2018.

Distillery owner, Jon Chadwick, said: “Since our launch five years ago our gin and vodka brands have gone from strength to strength.

“Our growth will see us expand into a premises with a great deal of potential right on Durham’s riverside - a dream location for me having been born and raised in the city.

“The overall investment into Durham is much-needed and will see the city offer a dynamic leisure experience, attracting tourists and giving local people a lot more choice. We’re looking forward to being a part of this and can’t wait to get the stills in place and open our doors to visitors.”

Commercial law firm, Square One Law, as well as Harlands Accountants assisted Durham Distillery in securing the successful leasing agreement - due to be signed this Spring.

Jessica Tomlinson added: “2018 is set to be a huge year for Durham as the city’s high profile leisure developments really start to come to life and open for business, and it’s amazing to announce we plan to join the new Riverwalk complex.”

Durham Distillery was the first emerging business to be invested in from the Finance Durham Fund, receiving a £250k investment to assist its relocation and production of Durham Whisky.

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