The Old Oak is the last pub in an almost deserted village in Northeast England. The local mines are closed and many locals have moved on. However, houses are cheap and freely available, making it an ideal location for Syrian refugees who are looking to start a new life.
THE OLD OAK is the story of a village in the Northeast of England. Many have left what was once a thriving, proud community which now struggles to keep old values alive. There is growing anger, resentment and a lack of hope, but houses are cheap and available. This makes it an ideal location for Syrian refugees. How will they be received? And what does the future hold for the last remaining pub in the village, The Old Oak?