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Wetherspoon Confirms Two London Openings on Sept. 30 and First Papas-Run Pub on Oct. 1

The Papas Group franchise deal signals a partner-led rollout of up to 15 sites.

Overview

  • The Sun Wharf at London Bridge and The Sir Alexander Fleming at Paddington Basin are scheduled to open on September 30.
  • The Hykeham Manor at Gateway Park in Lincoln opens on October 1 as the inaugural site operated under the Papas partnership.
  • Further Papas-run locations are planned in the coming weeks in Annitsford, Stockton-on-Tees and Emersons Green, with specific dates yet to be announced.
  • Wetherspoon says the agreement covers 15 pubs under franchise with The Papas Group, and executives highlight venue revitalisation and job creation as goals.
  • Separately, the company lists The King of Essex in Basildon for October 14 and The Chiltern in Beaconsfield for December 2 on its upcoming openings schedule.