BrewDog Officially Enters Administration with 38 Pubs Set to Close
BrewDog has officially filed for administration, a move confirmed by an update issued on March 5. Draft House Holding Limited, the company behind the popular craft beer brand, announced the appointment of AlixPartners as administrators earlier this week. This development marks a significant blow to the hospitality sector, with widespread implications for employees and patrons alike.
Closures and Job Losses Announced
The administration process will result in the closure of 38 BrewDog bars across the United Kingdom, including a location in Birmingham. These closures are expected to lead to job losses for 484 employees, according to statements from the administrators. The affected pubs were not included in a recent £33 million sale to US-based Tilray Brands, which has acquired the BrewDog brand, its UK brewing operations, and 11 pub venues as part of a rescue agreement.
Political Reaction and Industry Concerns
Harriet Cross, Member of Parliament for Gordon and Buchan where BrewDog is headquartered, described the job losses as "disastrous" for the North East and the broader UK economy. She emphasized the growing challenges facing the drinks and hospitality industries, citing difficult market conditions that have led to financial struggles for many businesses. "This announcement underlines the growing issues facing the drinks industry and hospitality sector, with challenging market conditions causing financial difficulties like this," Cross stated. She has pledged to write to BrewDog's new owners to seek clarity on the locations of affected roles, future business plans, and support measures for staff during this uncertain period.
Full List of BrewDog Bar Closures
The following BrewDog locations are set to close as a result of the administration:
- Basingstoke, Hampshire
- Bath, Somerset
- Bournemouth, Dorset
- Bristol – Baldwin Street
- Bristol – Harbourside
- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
- Cardiff, Wales
- Carlisle, Cumbria
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
- Exeter, Devon
- London – Soho
- London – Camden Road
- London – Chancery Lane
- London – Clerkenwell
- London – Ealing
- London – Hammersmith
- London – Seething Lane
- London – Tower Bridge
- London – Wandsworth
- Liverpool, Merseyside
- Manchester – DogHouse Manchester
- Manchester – Manchester Outpost
- Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
- Newcastle, Tyne and Wear
- Norwich, Norfolk
- Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
- Plymouth, Devon
- Reading, Berkshire
- Southampton, Hampshire
- Aberdeen – Castlegate
- Aberdeen – Union Square
- Edinburgh – Cowgate
- Glasgow – Merchant City
- Glasgow – Argyle Street
- Inverurie
- Perth
- St Andrews
- Stirling
The closure of these venues reflects broader economic pressures within the hospitality industry, highlighting the need for continued support and adaptation in a challenging market environment.
