Young’s adds 2 new pubs to portfolio
The 16th century coaching house the Griffin Inn, Fletchling, in East Sussex overlooks the Ouse Valley and has a public bar, lunge, dining and private dining space.
It also has 13 en-suite bedrooms alongside a large garden with outdoor bar and covered terrace for all year round alfresco dining.
James Pullan, who previously ran the pub, paid tribute to his time at the south east site over the past four decades.
He said: “After 44 years of owning, running, living and loving the Griffin Inn, we have decided to sell the business.
“Over this time, we have created an iconic and unique pub and it was of paramount importance to us for the next owner to continue this legacy.
“We are delighted Young’s has taken over the mantle – the non-interventionist approach and all-round professionalism will ensure the Griffin Inn remains everyone’s go to, favourite pub. We wish Young’s every success in the future with this historic gem.”
Service and quality
Furthermore, the group has also acquired the Carpenter’s Arms in Tonbridge, Kent, which was previously run by Jamie Brady.
The site comprises a large bar and restaurant, outdoor garden with huts and front patio as well as nine en-suite bedrooms.
Brady said: “It has been a privilege to have been at the helm of the Carpenter’s Arms for the past 30 years and wish every success to Young’s as it takes the pub into this new chapter.
“With many other local community pubs thriving within the Young’s family, I know the group will continue to deliver the service and quality to locals and visitors alike.”
Young’s & Co chief executive Simon Dodd said the business was delighted to bring the two pubs into its estate.
Excellent opportunity
He added: “The acquisitions represent an excellent opportunity to continue the growth of the Young’s managed estate with both sites matching our expansion strategy, which is focused on high-quality, managed houses with a premium offering.
“For us, it is celebrating proper pubs with heritage and in turn, extending our footprint into Sussex and Kent, building on the huge success of our other recent acquisitions such as the Bull in Ditchling.
“We look forward to welcoming customers into both pubs and we wish the Pullan family and Jamie Brady the very best for the future.”
Both sites will continue to trade seven days a week, serving a menu of British seasonal dishes as well as an extensive selection of Young’s and guest cask ales, wines and spirits.
