💨 Abstract

The Hackney Tap pub in east London is set to reopen as a Gail’s bakery, reflecting a broader trend of declining pub numbers and increasing health-conscious lifestyles. Local residents lament the loss of community spaces, attributing it to gentrification and a prioritization of fitness over social drinking. The BBPA reported six pubs closing weekly in 2024, with London essereving most affected.

Courtesy: Luke Alsford