PUBLIC HOUSES
Examples of work undertaken by our lawyers
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Advised on the high profile acquisition of a large brewery in the South West.
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Advised on the acquisition of a national pub and restaurant chain including their high value freehold and leasehold licensed properties.
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Advised on the £37 million disposal of 54 freehold and leasehold public houses on behalf of a FTSE listed company.
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Acted on the acquisition and subsequent re financing of a high street chain of wine bars on behalf of a FTSE listed company.
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Advised on joint venture agreements with operators of leisure centres and licensed premises.
Davitt Jones Bould specialists
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Legal issues that may arise
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Licensing of premises for use
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Acquisition and disposal of freehold and leasehold public houses
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Acquisition of chain businesses including all freehold and leasehold properties
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Lease of tied pubs from brewery to tenant
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Planning obligations
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There are over 50,000 pubs in the UK, contributing an estimated £22 billion to the economy and employing around 900,000 staff. While the number of pubs in the UK is declining, many chains are exploring food and coffee as a way of increasing revenue.
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