Wetherspoons customers in Purley are feeling nostalgic as the Foxley Hatch pub prepares to close its doors today. The pub, located in the London Borough of Croydon, was put up for sale over a year ago. A buyer has been found for the building, but it is unclear if it will reopen under a different brand or business.
A bittersweet farewell
The Foxley Hatch Wetherspoon's pub in Purley will bring its shutters down at midnight on Sunday, December 3. As the closure looms, customers are reminiscing over their last pints at the beloved establishment. Wetherspoons expressed their gratitude to the staff and loyal customers for making the pub so wonderful.
Staff offered new roles
While it remains uncertain how many staff will be affected by the closure, no redundancies will be made. All employees have been offered positions at other Wetherspoons locations in the area. This ensures that the dedicated staff members will continue to serve customers in nearby pubs.
New ownership on the horizon
Inside Croydon has confirmed that a buyer has been found for the Foxley Hatch pub. The site will be taken over by a "micro pub" in the future, although the details are yet to be officially confirmed. This news brings a glimmer of hope for those who will miss the pub's unique atmosphere and friendly staff.
The end of an era
Wetherspoons made the decision to sell around 30 of its sites, citing it as a "commercial decision" rather than a result of difficult trading conditions. The majority of the closing pubs were in areas where there was another Wetherspoon location nearby. The chain had already sold 28 sites this year and has an additional 22 on the market.
In Purley, the nearest Wetherspoons for customers is now The Whispering Moon in Sutton, just a short drive away. As the Foxley Hatch closes its doors, patrons will have to adjust to a new pub experience, while cherishing the memories made at their favorite local spot.
Other closures on the horizon
This closure is not an isolated incident. Another beloved pub is set to permanently close just before Christmas, causing outrage among locals. In addition, several other Wetherspoons pubs are at risk of shutting for good. The closures serve as a reminder of the ever-evolving nature of the pub industry and the need for support from loyal customers.
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