Wetherspoon, the well-known pub chain with locations across the UK and Ireland, is expanding its presence in England with the opening of two new establishments next month.
The first pub to open its doors,
The Lion & The Unicorn
, will be located in London’s bustling Waterloo station and is set to welcome customers on September 3rd. The pub’s name is a tribute to the 1951 Festival of Britain, specifically the iconic ‘Lion and The Unicorn Pavilion’ that was a centerpiece of the event. The Lion & The Unicorn will create 70 new jobs and offer a range of services, including:*
Extended Opening Hours:
Sunday to Thursday: 7:30am – midnight; Friday & Saturday: 7:30am – 1am*
Dining Options:
Food is available daily until 11pm.*
Takeaway Service:
For those on the go, takeaway tea, coffee, and hot chocolate options are available.*
Beer Festival:
In celebration of the pub’s opening, a beer festival will run from September 3rd to 15th, featuring a selection of cask beers, keg beers, and craft cans from the capital and surrounding areas.The second new pub,
The Grand Assembly
, will open its doors in Marlow, Buckinghamshire on September 24th. The name pays homage to the town’s history and the ‘grand assemblies’ that were held in the former market house located next door. The pub chain highlights the significance of the market house, which was built in 1807 to replace an older structure. This grand building, with its balcony and large windows overlooking the High Street, played a pivotal role in Marlow’s social life, hosting public meetings and entertainment until the 1960s.The Grand Assembly will be open to customers from:
*
Sunday to Thursday:
7am – midnight*
Friday and Saturday:
7am – 1am*
Food Service:
Available until 11pm.*
Family Friendly:
Children are welcome until 9pm with an accompanying adult.Wetherspoon’s expansion into these new locations demonstrates the continued popularity of pub culture in England and the chain’s commitment to providing a welcoming and diverse atmosphere for its patrons. With the opening of these new pubs, Wetherspoon is poised to further its reach and offer a range of experiences to customers across the country.
