Middlesbrough Council funding helps Longlands Bar get fresh look

The Longlands Bar received a £1,760 Shopfront Improvement Grant from Middlesbrough Council, which was used to fit new security shutters.

The grant scheme, introduced by Mayor Chris Cooke, aims to help businesses invest in their premises, improve the appearance of commercial areas and encourage more people to visit local businesses.

Chris Cooke, mayor of Middlesbrough, said: “We introduced these grants to help businesses make improvements that strengthen their premises and boost confidence in our town centres.

“It’s great to see another project completed, improving the look of a well-known local business while helping create places people want to visit.”

A popular meeting place for Boro supporters before and after home matches, The Longlands now has a brighter, smarter appearance while also benefiting from improved security.

Its building is freshly painted in Boro’s iconic red colours.

The improvements also mark the pub’s first anniversary under its current ownership—Shaun Crinnion, Nicola Crinnion, Jack McDonald, and Paul MacDonald.

A was held on Saturday, July 4.

Paul MacDonald, co-owner of The Longlands Bar, said: “We’ve worked hard over the last year to make The Longlands a welcoming place for our customers, so this funding has helped us take another big step forward.

“The feedback has been fantastic, especially from our regulars and football supporters, and the improvements have really freshened up the building while making it more secure.

Since launching last year, the scheme has supported a range of independent businesses including hospitality venues, cafés, florists and hair and beauty salons.