Which Wetherspoons are closing down? Full list of pubs at risk of shutting

WITH its cheap drinks and meal offers, Wetherspoons has become the go-to place for many pub goers.

However, multiple bars are at risk of closing.

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Here we bring a full list of the Wetherspoons that could turn off their taps and shut for good.

Over the years, Wetherspoon pubs has become a popular place for punters to grab a pint and a bite to eat, without breaking the bank.

As of September 2024, the popular chain, also known as ‘Spoons’ has 809 pubs across the UK, and offers customers the chance to enjoy discounted prices.

However, Wetherspoons previously confirmed that 18 pubs had been sold, or surrendered to the landlord between January and May 2024.

Now it’s been revealed that more of the public houses are up for sale or under offer.

But this doesn’t mean that the sale is guaranteed, and the pubs will continue operating as Spoons if the sale doesn’t complete.

Wetherspoons also continually reviews the branches it has up for sale, with some pubs being taken off the market completely.

Which pubs are up for sale?

Two Wetherspoon pubs are currently up for sale – The Ivor Davies in Cardiff and the Bank House in Cheltenham.

However, it is likely that the Bank House will continue to operate as a Wetherspoons as it is the building’s freehold that is on the market.

This should not affected Wetherspoons’ lease of the building.

The chain’s owner Tim Martin has assured pubgoers that the sale of these boozers doesn’t mean the end of the Spoons.

He said the company has largely closed venues which are “smaller and older”, or “where it has another site nearby”.

Which pubs are under offer?

While the two pubs have been put up for sale, there are five more which are under offer.

This means the seller is currently considering whether to accept an offer from a buyer.

The Wetherspoons that are under offer are:

• The Sir Daniel Arms, in Swindon.
• The Hain Line in St Ives.
• Foot of the Walk in Leith.
• London and Rye in London.
• The Quay in Poole.

Thankfully, they remain open for the time being.

Pub saved from closure

Wetherspoons regularly reviews the branches it has up for sale and, in some cases, withdraws them from the market.

One lucky bar that was saved from closure is the The Thomas Drummond in Fleetwood.

It was put up for sale in February 2024, but much to the delight of its regulars, was able to remain open.

Manager Claire Buxton said: “Staff are delighted that the pub is to remain open and I am confident our customers will welcome the news too.

“We look forward to serving the Fleetwood community for many more years to come.”

More pubs to open

It’s not all bad news as a huge new £3.5million pub will be opening on September 24, 2024, in Marlow, Buckinghamshire.

Wetherspoons has also opened the Lion and The Unicorn at Waterloo station.

Pubgoers have branded it a “hidden gem” as the prices are cheaper than nearby Brewdog.

In March 2024, Wetherspoons opened its first pub at a holiday park at Haven’s Primrose Valley in Filey, North Yorkshire.

Cost of living crisis

Food and drink chains have also felt the pinch due to the cost of living crisis, which has affected the cost of ingredients and operation.

Many businesses have also found it hard to get back on top, following the 2020 pandemic.

Soaring energy bills and inflation has also led to bars and restaurants having to close their doors.

As well as Wetherspoons, other popular casual dining chains including Frankie & Benny’s have had to close restaurants.