London’s hospitality scene continues to thrive, as Urban Pubs & Bars confirms the acquisition of five premium venues across the capital, strengthening its position as the city’s leading independent pub group.
The deals, which are set to complete on January 19, mark another significant milestone in Urban Pubs & Bars’ ongoing growth strategy and underline the resilience of well-run hospitality businesses in London despite wider industry challenges.
Five Iconic London Venues Join the Urban Pubs & Bars Portfolio
The latest acquisitions include The Prince Regent in Herne Hill, alongside a package of four established venues acquired from Brunning & Price, one of the UK’s best-known pub operators.
The Brunning & Price sites joining the Urban portfolio are:
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The Roebuck, Chiswick
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The Steam Packet, Chiswick
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The Queens, Crouch End
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Coco Momo, Kensington
Each venue is known for its strong neighbourhood following, premium food and drink offering, and prime London location — aligning closely with Urban Pubs & Bars’ long-term vision.
You can explore more about the group on the official Urban Pubs & Bars website.
Continuing a Strong Growth Strategy in London
These acquisitions follow a period of sustained expansion throughout 2025, which included several new openings and the recent acquisition of Albion & East. With the addition of these five sites, Urban Pubs & Bars now operates 65 premium venues across London, delivering annual sales exceeding £100 million.
The growth highlights a broader trend within the capital’s hospitality sector, where independent pub groups with strong local identities are outperforming the wider UK market.
Leadership Confident in London’s Hospitality Market
Chris Hill, Managing Director of Urban Pubs & Bars, said the company remains confident in the capital’s hospitality landscape:
“Well-run, well-positioned businesses are thriving in the capital. We’re seeing robust demand across our estate and strong like-for-like growth, which gives us the confidence to keep investing. These latest acquisitions are exactly the kind of sites we look for, and we’re excited about the opportunities they present as we continue to grow our London estate.”
His comments reflect growing optimism within London’s independent pub scene, where premium neighbourhood venues continue to attract loyal customers.
About Urban Pubs & Bars
Founded by Malc Heap and Nick Pring, and backed by Davidson Kempner and Global Mutual, Urban Pubs & Bars has become London’s largest independent pub group. The business focuses on acquiring and operating premium, community-driven venues, with long-term investment in the city’s diverse food, drink and social culture.
