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Final Go-ahead for Major Distillery Project

Source: https://www.insidermedia.com/

Plans for a new multimillion-pound whisky distillery development and visitor experience in Northumberland have been given the final go-ahead, with work set to start on site immediately.Ad Gefrin, located in Wooler on the edge of the Northumberland National Park, will celebrate the region’s Anglo-Saxon heritage.Opening is expected in 2022 with the creation of 50 full-time equivalent jobs. Brims Construction is carrying out work.The project has been backed by £3m from the Borderlands Inclusive Growth Deal, as well as £1m from the North East Rural Growth Network – Strategic Economic Infrastructure Fund (SEIF) through the North East LEP, and £600,000 through Northumberland County Council.