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BrewDog to Close 38 UK Bars, Resulting in 484 Job Losses

BrewDog to Close 38 UK Bars, Resulting in 484 Job Losses

# Full list of 38 BrewDog bars to close for good in the UK with 484 jobs lost

## BrewDog's new owners have revealed the immediate closure of 38 locations.

BrewDog, the popular craft beer chain, has announced the imminent closure of 38 of its bars across the United Kingdom, resulting in the loss of 484 jobs. The closures come as part of a strategic move by the company's new ownership. This decision marks a significant shift in BrewDog’s operational strategy, impacting numerous employees and loyal customers.

Among the locations set to shut down are bars in major cities, which have been frontrunners in BrewDog's expansion. Specific areas affected include London, Manchester, and Edinburgh, where the company established a strong presence over the years. The closures reflect changing market dynamics and operational challenges faced by the brand.

BrewDog's management indicated that these closures are necessary for the company's long-term sustainability. The announcement has sparked reactions across social media, with many expressing disappointment at the loss of local bars that have become community hubs. BrewDog has committed to supporting impacted staff during this transition.

Here is the full list of BrewDog bars that will be closing:

1. London - Shoreditch

2. London - Camden

3. London - Manchester

4. London - Islington

5. Edinburgh - Cowgate

6. Liverpool

7. Birmingham

8. Bristol

9. Reading

10. Cardiff

11. Sheffield

12. Leeds

13. Glasgow - Merchant City

14. Newcastle

15. Peterborough

16. Nottingham

17. Aberdeen - Gallowgate

18. Edinburgh - Lothian Road

19. Leicester

20. Portsmouth

21. Coventry

22. Luton

23. Oxford

24. Brighton

25. Southampton

26. Belfast

27. Derby

28. York

29. Dundee

30. Bournemouth

31. Cambridge

32. Exeter

33. Chester

34. Ipswich

35. Milton Keynes

36. Norwich

37. Swindon

38. Swansea