Businessman quits Stoke-on-Trent pub with 'immediate effect'
But Ron says the 'obligations placed on tenants made it almost impossible to run a successful business' and he has left the Botany Bay Road boozer this week.
In a social media post to drinkers, Ron said: "I have made a personal decision to leave The Northwood Inn with immediate effect. I have left on my terms with the best interests of myself and the business.
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"I have a fantastic opportunity to go to and I simply cannot turn it down. I have told a few of you this in person and this will not be a surprise to few, but to the many.
"My parting words I will say are that you are all fantastic people and I really mean that – you have all treated me with love and respect and for that I thank you. Look after each other and look after the pub. Welcome in the next incumbent – because they're going to need all the love and help in the world. For now take care and onto the next adventure we go."
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