💨 Abstract

The Rolleston Arms in Swindon has temporarily closed while Stonegate, the owner, seeks a new landlord and conducts repairs. Despite rumors, the pub's license is intact. This closure is part of a broader trend in the UK, with other pubs like the Gun in East London and The Emerald in Nottingham also shutting down due to financial struggles and operational issues. The hospitality industry faces mounting pressures from soaring costs and pandemic aftereffects.

Courtesy: Hana Carter