The Auld Shebeen Moate is reopening on Friday, March 13Iconic Moate venue to reopen on FridayThe Auld Shebeen Moate is to reopen on Friday, March 13. The iconic Midlands pub, now under new ownership, will open its doors at 12pm. The reopening will mark a new chapter in the life of a business which has been a mainstay in Moate for almost 300 years. Fran said he and his business partner have put "the best of the best" into the Auld Shebeen. The Auld Shebeen also has eight double rooms which have been "continually rented out since October" and the owner said the venue can be booked in its entirety for special occasions.

Source: Irish Independent March 10, 2026 17:22 UTC