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