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Wetherspoons Kicks Off January Sale Across 600 Pubs

1/2/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Wetherspoons has launched a January sale across 600 pubs in the United Kingdom.
The promotion runs January 2–15.
It offers Worthington's beer for 99p and a 250ml Coldwater Creek wine for £2.99.
Low-alcohol and alcohol-free options include Guinness 0.0 and BrewDog Punk AF for £1.69 each.
Food deals include an 11-inch Margherita pizza or a crunchy chicken burger for £4.99 with a soft drink.

History

Historical Context

In 2020, the UK government launched the Eat Out to Help Out scheme to revitalize the struggling hospitality sector during the COVID-19 pandemic. Wetherspoons, led by founder Tim Martin, leveraged this initiative by offering drinks like Worthington's beer for 99p. This reflects ongoing adaptations in the pub industry as it seeks to redefine pricing strategies amid changing consumer habits and economic recovery efforts.

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Story summary

Wetherspoons has launched a January sale across 600 pubs in the United Kingdom.
The promotion runs January 2–15.
It offers Worthington's beer for 99p and a 250ml Coldwater Creek wine for £2.99.
Low-alcohol and alcohol-free options include Guinness 0.0 and BrewDog Punk AF for £1.69 each.
Food deals include an 11-inch Margherita pizza or a crunchy chicken burger for £4.99 with a soft drink.

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