Wetherspoon Pubs at Risk: The Complete List of Locations Facing Potential Closures Across the UK

The nationwide pub chain has several listed for sale. The well-known pub chain J D Wetherspoon is still looking for buyers for a number of its UK locations, including notable ones in Felixstowe, Swindon, and Cardiff. More venues have been added to the sales list since the initial announcement in 2023. If buyers are found for the chosen properties across Scotland, England, and Wales, the current portfolio of 790 pubs could be reduced by 10. Nevertheless, a few bars that were up for sale have managed to avoid closing and will continue to operate under the Wetherspoon name. Local customers will be surprised to learn that the Thomas Drummond in Fleetwood, which was initially put up for sale in February, has since been taken down from the market.

Claire Buxton, the manager of the establishment, expressed her happiness at the decision, stating that it would be a delight for both patrons and staff. She added that they look forward to serving the Fleetwood community for many more years to come.

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Despite this good news, the Express reports that at least a dozen ‘Spoons’ have already closed, forcing locals to look for new hangouts that can compete with the chain's renownedly affordable meals, drinks, and cosy atmosphere.

The most recent departure from the group is the London & Rye Wetherspoon in Catford, which closed permanently on Sunday, August 25, after 24 years of operation. The pub was listed for sale by estate agency Savills earlier this year, with bids beginning at £850,000.

Customers were worried that the sales might mean that the pub chain is having trouble, but owner Tim Martin has reassured them that the company is closing smaller and older venues that are close to another location. The opening of a new Wetherspoons hotel in Southport was recently approved by Sefton Council, expanding their portfolio of 55 town centre properties. Next month, two more pubs in England are scheduled to open, one of which is The Lion & The Unicorn, located at London's Waterloo Station.

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Wetherspoon pubs for sale include The Pontlottyn in Abertillery, The Ivor Davies in Cardiff, Spa Lane Vaults in Chesterfield, The Sir Daniel Arms in Swindon, The Plough and Harrow in London, and Sennockian in Sevenoaks. Other pubs for sale include the Hain Line in St. Ives, Lord Claud Hamilton in Felixstowe (an underdeveloped site), Barid's Department Store in Hamilton (another underdeveloped site), Foot of the Walk in Leith, Thomas Drummond in Fleetwood, and The Quay in Poole. Additionally, the Cross Keys in Peebles is marked as under offer.

FAQs

Which Wetherspoon pubs are for sale?
Several pubs in the UK are for sale, including those in Cardiff, Swindon, Sevenoaks, and Felixstowe. The full list includes pubs in England, Wales, and Scotland.

Why are Wetherspoon's pubs closing?
The company is closing smaller, older venues, as well as those in close proximity to other Wetherspoon locations. Despite these sales, new pubs and hotels are being opened to increase the brand's visibility.