Stonegate Group
Coverage tracks the performance, estate strategy, and operational activity of the UK’s largest pub company, including leasing models, brand segmentation, site investment, leadership commentary, and trading updates. Reporting provides valuable insights for pub operators, landlords, and suppliers monitoring market consolidation, value-led formats, and the evolution of drink- and food-led venues across the national estate.
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Nov- 2025 -17 NovemberPubs and Bars
Stonegate considers £1bn sale of 1,000 pubs
Stonegate Group is reportedly accelerating plans to sell more than 1,000 pubs in a process that could raise up to £1bn, as Britain’s biggest pub operator works to reduce debts of more than £3bn, according to the Times. Senior executives at the Slug and Lettuce and Be At One owner…
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Oct- 2025 -14 OctoberPeople
Stonegate appoints Nigel Sherwood to lead its Managed business
Stonegate Group has announced the appointment of Nigel Sherwood as the new managing director of its Managed business.Sherwood succeeds Carol Campbell in the role, who has stepped down having led the business through a significant period of change. He brings “extensive” experience from across the leisure sector, including senior roles…
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Sep- 2025 -15 SeptemberPubs and Bars
Stonegate to offload 23 pubs
Stonegate Group has appointed Savills to market 23 of its pubs that are located across England, with the properties available for sale individually or as part of smaller packages. The pubs are let on long leases with rent reviews linked to the Retail Price Index. Locations include the Admiral Macbride…
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Aug- 2025 -21 AugustPubs and Bars
Stonegate invests £6.5m in Slug and Lettuce refurbs
Stonegate Group has invested more than £6.5m in its Slug and Lettuce brand over the past 18 months, completing 12 refurbishments with four more due by the end of the financial year. The spending forms part of a wider growth strategy aimed at adapting sites to suit local markets and…
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Jul- 2025 -17 JulyPubs and Bars
Stonegate Group secures controlling stake in Frontier Pubs
Stonegate Group will be taking over Frontier Pubs, having acquired the controlling stake held by Frontier’s founders Karen Jones, Jo Cumming and Peter Myers. News of the acquisition comes after the two pub groups initially struck a joint venture, which is now to be wound up. Founded in 2016 in…
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Jun- 2025 -30 JunePubs and Bars
Slug and Lettuce in Lincoln reopens after six-figure refurb
Cocktail bar Slug and Lettuce has reopened in Lincoln following a six-figure refurbishment by owner Stonegate Group. The venue on Lincoln High Street relaunched on 27 June with a new interior design, outdoor seating upgrades, and a refreshed drinks offering. The redesign includes new lighting, furniture and four VIP huts…
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May- 2025 -9 MayFood and Drink
Boxpark appoints first ever chief growth officer
Boxpark has announced the appointment of Michelle Farrell as the company’s first-ever chief growth officer (CGO). In her new role, Farrell will oversee the sales, events and marketing and commercial functions of the business, aligning with the company’s commitment to accelerating growth and expanding its UK estate. Farrell brings a…
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Apr- 2025 -17 AprilPubs and Bars
Stonegate FY revenues rise 1.63% to £1.74bn
Stonegate has revealed that total revenues rose by 1.63% to £1.74bn in the year ended 29 September 2024, as a majority of the group’s businesses delivered growth. It comes as sales during the year were “favourable” compared with the previous period, with the group saying that it has delivered “a…
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15 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 15/04/25
The Non-Domestic Rating Act has become law. This new legislation aims to provide a permanently lower level of business rates for the hospitality sector. Following the news, UKH has asked for the maximum discount to be applied to hospitality properties with a rateable value of less than £500k. For those…
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15 AprilPubs and Bars
Stonegate launches ‘The People’s Pub’ portfolio
Stonegate Group has brought 220 pubs together under one umbrella, known as ‘The People’s Pub’, as the operator continues to evolve its brands and formats. Starting from today (15 April), The People’s Pub is being rolled out with a new food and drink menu. Every pub in this portfolio will…
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