Greene King Pub Partners, a division of Greene King, plans to expand its Hive Pubs and Nest Pubs franchises into Wales this year, opening 30 new sites after surpassing 100 franchised pubs. Last year, they opened 30 new franchise pubs, including the first Belhaven-branded sites in Scotland.

Key launches in 2025 included The Tarbet in Edinburgh, The Dolphin in Melbourn, and the Two Poplars in Wokingham. Greene King plans to expand into Wales and south-west England this year, with upcoming openings in Aylesbury, Wigan, and Egerton. Two business development managers will support the growth.

Managing director Dan Robinson expressed delight in the franchise business’s ongoing growth, which complements their successful leased and tenanted pub business. Last September, Greene King Pub Partners opened its 20th franchise establishment, transformed into a “hive pub.” They are committed to extending their franchise presence into new territories.

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