Greene King's London investment hits £6m

Greene King has invested over £6m into its pubs in London to date in 2025, with 14 managed sites having reopened so far this year following significant renovations.

With over 1,600 managed pubs in its portfolio and 166 pubs across Greater London, Greene King has told Pub & Bar that it is determined to "provide enhanced customer experiences" in many of its pubs across the capital through its investment programme.

Key investments include the reopening of the Railway pub on Liverpool Street following a major £1m renovation. 

Similarly, the City of Quebec in Marylebone, London’s oldest LGBTQIA+ venue, reopened its doors to the public this summer after a complete refurbishment. The iconic Greene King pub experienced strong trading to date following its reopening in June, with a 77% rise in booked covers.

"London is world-renowned for its hospitality, and we’re proud to play our part in offering top-tier customer experiences in pubs that are rich in heritage," says Zoe Bowley, managing director for Greene King pubs. "Many of our sites are considered key landmarks of the city and have become popular tourist attractions, in addition to being key social pillars that serve their local communities day in and day out. 

"The success of our investment activity in the capital highlights the value in protecting our pubs and giving them a new lease of life, as this helps us to attract and engage customers and adapt to changing consumer needs, providing stylish, modern facilities and delicious food and drinks menus whilst also staying true to the unique charm that each pub holds."

What's next?

A further five Greene King pubs in London are due to undergo refurbishments ahead of the busy festive trading season, marking a total of 19 Greene King pub investments in the capital this year.

Upcoming investments include the Adam & Eve in St James, the Mason Arms in Mayfair, the Earls Court Tavern, the Bayswater Arms and the Two Brewers in Covent Garden, which is due to officially reopen its doors to the public on 7 November after a month-long renovation.

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