Punch Pubs

Coverage explores the operations, estate strategy, and investment activity of one of the UK’s largest leased and tenanted pub companies. Reporting includes pub refurbishment programmes, licensee recruitment, community pub support schemes, acquisitions of regional freehold sites, and leadership updates under Patron Capital ownership. Insight is tailored for pub operators, landlords, and suppliers tracking market consolidation, tenancy models, and the evolution of drink- and food-led venues across the Punch estate.

  • Oct- 2024 -
    7 October
    News-In-BriefToday’s news in brief – 07/10/24

    Today’s news in brief – 07/10/24

    TGI Fridays is close to a rescue deal with D&D London owners Breal Capital and Calveton, as they could acquire the majority of the business as early as 7 October. Sky News has learnt that the rescue deal will salvage more than 2,000 jobs and an announcement is likely to…

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  • 7 October
    NewsPunch Pubs adds three new pubs to portfolio

    Punch Pubs adds three new pubs to portfolio

    Punch Pubs and Co has added The Bull in Bedford, the Grey Horses Inn in Carlton-in-Lindrick and The Salmon Leap in Totton to its portfolio. The Bull, which is close to Bedford’s town centre, will sit within Punch’s leased and tenanted estate with publicans Dean and Sarah Harris at the…

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  • 1 October
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 01/10/24

    Today’s news in brief – 01/10/24

    Greggs has reported “good” like-for-like sales growth over Q3. According to the high street bakery chain, September proved to be the strongest month of the quarter, having launched its autumn menu that includes pumpkin spice doughnuts and lattes. The group expects its full year guidance for capital expenditure in 2024…

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  • 1 October
    Pubs and BarsPunch Pubs and Co acquires The Straw Bear, Peterborough

    Punch Pubs and Co acquires The Straw Bear, Peterborough

    Punch Pubs and Co has announced the acquisition of The Straw Bear pub in the Peterborough suburb of Whittlesey for an undisclosed sum. The traditional wet-led pub dates back to the mid-20th Century, located in the market town of Whittlesey just six miles east of Peterborough. It will sit within…

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  • Sep- 2024 -
    25 September
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 25/09/24

    Today’s news in brief – 25/09/24

    Tortilla saw revenues in H1 fall from £32.7m to £31.5m, as overall like-for-like revenues fell 5.5% due to a planned decision to end its ties with Deliveroo. This move culminated in an “expected” delivery revenue decline of 10.3% like-for-like, albeit with improved delivery profitability of £0.5m in the first half.…

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  • 25 September
    NewsPunch Pubs acquires further 14 pubs

    Punch Pubs acquires further 14 pubs

    Punch Pubs and Co. has announced the acquisition of the Milton 1 and 2 portfolio from real estate investment company Aprirose, adding a further 14 pubs to its 1,300-strong estate. The newly acquired pubs, currently operated by Blackrose Pubs, will benefit from Punch’s commitment to investment and development. This is…

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  • Aug- 2024 -
    22 August
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 22/08/24

    Today’s news in brief – 22/08/24

    Punch Pubs and Co has named Andy Spencer its new CEO, effective from 27 September. It comes after current CEO Clive Chesser will be moving on to the same role at the Pure Gym Group after six years at the pub operator. Spencer has over 20 years of experience in…

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  • 22 August
    Pubs and BarsPunch Pubs and Co appoints Andy Spencer as CEO

    Punch Pubs and Co appoints Andy Spencer as CEO

    UK pub group Punch Pubs and Co has announced the appointment of current chief operating officer Andy Spencer to the role of chief executive officer. Spencer will assume the role of CEO on 27 September, succeeding current CEO Clive Chesser who is stepping down after six successful years to become…

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  • Apr- 2024 -
    30 April
    NewsToday’s news in brief – 30/04/24

    Today’s news in brief – 30/04/24

    Foodservice price inflation has fallen below 10% for the first time in two years, according to data from CGA. This comes after a 1.4% decline in foodservice price inflation in March, the largest month-on-month decline ever recorded by the Foodservice Price Index. Inflationary pressures have also been relieved by an…

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  • 30 April
    Pubs and BarsPunch Pubs expands portfolio with acquisition of 24 pubs

    Punch Pubs expands portfolio with acquisition of 24 pubs

    Punch Pubs and Co has completed the acquisition of the Milton 3 portfolio, adding 24 pubs to the Burton-based, independent pub company’s 1,300-strong portfolio. The pubs are located in the North East and Yorkshire, including The Black Bull in Morpeth, The Cross Keys in Washington, and The New Inn in…

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