Having closed in 2011, it was re-opened as a community-run pub in April 2013 after more than 100 local people purchased shares in the venture. There was good news for the Tyn Y Capel as David Evans announced he was taking over and had some exciting plans in place to re-open the venue. David Evans has taken over at the Tyn Y Capel. (Image: Newsquest)However, an initial re-opening date of June 27 had to be pushed back after vandals struck. But now, following the major setback, the pub has announced it is due to re-open on Friday, August 14.