son, Pascal.
Michael plans to bring his unique and contemporary cuisine to the landmark pub which is set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Johanna is a hospitality management graduate and who worked at Gidleigh Park and Pennyhill Park following a period at Manor House in Castle Combe, Wiltshire.
Michael plans to run the Angel as it is until the end of the year before closing for an extensive refurbishment in the new year. Working closely with rural and agricultural planning consultants Rural Solutions, he will create a fine-dining space in the building that currently houses the pub’s Wine Cave, subject to the necessary consents, while the main building will serve refined pub food.
James Wellock said: “Michael and I have spoken about doing something together for many years and now the stars have aligned to enable us to do that. The opportunity to purchase the Angel - with all its history - and to work with Michael to create something magical is just so exciting.”
Michael added: “James and Jo have supported my career for many years and we have become good friends. In turn, I have admired them as business people and have often sought their advice, and I really look forward to working alongside them at the Angel.”
