Young’s Pubs unveils two new acquisitions

Young and Co.’s Brewery has announced the acquisition of two new pubs: The Griffin Inn in Fletching and The Carpenter’s Arms in Tonbridge. 

Both pubs will continue to open seven days a week, serving locals with a menu of seasonal British dishes, along with an “extensive” selection of Young’s and guest cask ales, wines and spirits.

The Carpenter’s Arms, previously run by landlord Jamie Brady, comprises a large bar and restaurant, outdoor garden with huts and front patio, alongside nine en-suite hotel rooms. The pub also has open fires and a seasonal menu.

Meanwhile, The Griffin Inn, located on the High Street of Fletching Village in East Sussex, is home to a public bar, lounge, dining and private dining space, along with 13 en-suite bedrooms, a large garden with outdoor bar and a covered terrace for all-year alfresco dining. The Griffin Inn has been run by the Pullan family for over 40 years.

The sites join Young’s 226-strong pub portfolio, which includes recent acquisitions of The Half Moon in Windlesham, Merlin’s Cave in Chalfont St Giles and The White Horse in Hascombe, as Young’s strengthens its presence in affluent areas within the home counties.

Simon Dodd, chief executive at Young and Co.’s, said: “We are delighted to be bringing these two local gems and their teams into the Young’s family. The acquisitions represent an excellent opportunity to continue the growth of the Young’s managed estate, with both sites matching our expansion strategy.

“For us, it is celebrating proper pubs with heritage and, in turn, extending our footprint in Sussex and Kent, building on the huge success of other recent acquisitions such as The Bull in Ditchling. We look forward to welcoming customers into both pubs and we wish both the Pullan family and Jamie Brady the very best for the future.”