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Heartbeat Star Buys Iconic Pub She Starred In
27 Jul
Summary
- Actress Tricia Penrose is the new co-owner of The Goathland Hotel.
- The pub was famously used as the Aidensfield Arms in Heartbeat.
- Penrose played barmaid Gina Ward in the show for 18 years.
Tricia Penrose, who portrayed barmaid Gina Ward for 18 years in the popular ITV drama Heartbeat, has taken on a new role as co-owner of The Goathland Hotel. This historic establishment, located in the North York Moors, served as the Aidensfield Arms in numerous episodes of the series, which aired from 1992 to 2010. Penrose shared the exciting news on Instagram, announcing her pride in becoming an owner alongside two local businessmen.
The Goathland Hotel has been a significant filming location, with its exterior used for all shots of the Aidensfield Arms. The Richardson family had managed the pub for over 40 years, witnessing considerable changes in the hospitality industry and the unique experience of filming being conducted on-site. Penrose indicated plans to keep patrons updated on the hotel's activities via a new YouTube channel.
