BrewDog to close 10 bars across the UK
The flagship Aberdeen Gallowgate bar is included in the list set for closure
Last updated 25th Jul 2025
BrewDog have announced plans to close ten bars across the UK.
The plans by the craft beer giant would see its flagship Gallowgate pub in Aberdeen close.
The full list of bars set to close includes locations in Dundee, London and Brighton.
- Aberdeen Flagship (Gallowgate)
- Brighton
- Camden
- Dundee
- Leeds North Street
- Oxford
- Sheffield
- Shepherds Bush
- York
- Shoreditch
A spokesperson says the plans come following a review of their bars business.
Not possible to 'make these bars commercially viable'
A spokesperson for BrewDog said “We can confirm that following a review of our bars business we have made the difficult decision to close 10 bars – which reflects a more focused strategy and a rationalisation of our bar footprint.
"Despite our best efforts, and the hard work of our teams, it has simply not been . This decision is not simply a response to the challenging UK hospitality market, but a proactive decision to redefine the bar division’s focus for long-term and profitable growth – accounting for ongoing industry challenges, including rising costs, increased regulation, and economic pressures.
"We are working hard to minimise the impact on our people, and we expect to redeploy many affected team members across the BrewDog network. For those leaving the business, we’re providing as much support as possible during this transition. We remain passionate and firmly committed to our bars, and optimistic about the future, as we still see significant long-term opportunity.”
The company say they are going through a 'meaningful and appropriate' consultation process with all affected staff, which is expected to last for a minimum of 14 days.