In a trading update for the 52 weeks ended 30 March 2026, the London and south-east focused group said total managed house revenue increased 4.6%, with like-for-like (lfl) sales up 4.7%.
The business said the result reflected continued customer demand for its premium pub offer despite ongoing cost pressures across the sector.
‘Strong, resilient results’
Chief executive Simon Dodd said: “Our proven strategy of operating premium, well-invested pubs continues to deliver strong resilient results.
“Another year of strong performance demonstrates that, even amid ongoing pressures and uncertainty, customers continue to choose Young’s pubs, consistently attracted by the quality of our offer and the environments created by our brilliant teams.”
Young’s added it remained mindful of wider economic uncertainty, including volatile energy costs and the potential impact on consumer spending, but said its estate quality and hedging strategy left it well placed for the year ahead.
Cubitt House integration
Young’s acquisition of Cubitt House completed yesterday (22 April), bringing eight central London pubs into the estate, including three with bedrooms. The sites are located in Belgravia, Chelsea, Marylebone and Notting Hill.
Young’s first announced the transaction earlier this month, describing the portfolio as closely aligned with its strategy to grow selectively in London through premium, well-invested pubs in prime locations.
Dodd said: “We are delighted to welcome this exceptional collection of pubs and their teams to the Young’s family as we enter a new era on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.”
The acquisition follows previous comments from Dodd that Young’s was seeking further expansion opportunities in the capital, particularly in the City and West End, through smaller acquisitions and quality leasehold sites.
Earlier this year the group also reported record festive sales, with like-for-like revenue up 11.2% over the key Christmas trading period.
Young’s said the latest results underlined the resilience of its premium strategy as it continues to invest in its estate and grow its presence in London.
