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Marston’s investing in outside spaces

Marston’s has been working on a range of exciting new projects to enhance the outside spaces of its pubs.

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Q1 financial update - 8 January 2021

We remain focused on the strategic development of the business. (PDF 173 KB)

Marston’s takes on 156 SA Brain pubs

This morning we announced that contracts have been exchanged with SA Brain & Co for Marston’s PLC to operate its portfolio of 156 pubs in Wales, safeguarding around 1,300 jobs in the process.

Marston's to operate SA Brain estate of 156 pubs

A mutually beneficial transaction that safeguards 1300 hospitality jobs in Wales. (PDF 179 KB)

Supporting our Communities

A number of our pub partners have been recognised in the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) Heart of the Community Awards.

Marston’s supports #PubsMatter

We’re proud to support the #PubsMatter campaign.

Marston’s joins Zero Carbon Forum

We’re pleased to announce we’ve joined the Zero Carbon Forum alongside 17 other leading companies in the hospitality sector.

Preliminary results - 10 December 2020

Decisive management during COVID-19, well placed as market recovers. (PDF 500 KB)

Marston’s Achieves its Latest Environmental Milestone

Marston’s has delivered the UK's largest private network of rapid electric vehicle (EV) chargers across hospitality sites in partnership with Osprey, and it is one of the largest networks of any private business in Europe.

COVID-19 Update re: Results of Noteholder Consent Request

Results of the Noteholder Consent Request that took place on 3rd December 2020. (PDF 98 KB)

Success at the FEJ Kitchen & Equipment Awards!

We’ve been named ‘Operator of the Year for Energy Efficiency & Sustainability’ at the FEJ Kitchen & Equipment Awards.

Community award wins

A handful of Marston’s pub partners have been recognised in the British Institute of Innkeeping Heart of the Community Awards.

COVID-19 Update re: Noteholder Consent Request

Marston’s announces today that it has formally asked the holders of its Secured Class A Notes for a limited number of further technical waivers during the first half of 2021, as a precautionary measure following the renewed lockdown restrictions. (PDF 108 KB)

Completion of brewing joint venture with Carlsberg UK Holdings Limited

Marston’s is pleased to announce today the completion of the proposed arrangements with Carlsberg UK Holdings Limited, as described in the circular to shareholders dated 8 June 2020. (PDF 152 KB)

Year-end trading update - 15 October 2020

Marston’s PLC issues the following update for the 53 weeks ended 3 October 2020. (PDF 146 KB)

The Roebuck reopens

Marston’s celebrates the re-opening of The Roebuck in Market Harborough.

The search is on for local legends

Today we’re launching a nationwide search for the ultimate local legend! And what better way to give your family member, friend, neighbour, workmate or drinking buddy a ‘shout out’ than by getting your local pub and beer named after them!

High praise for logistics teammates

Leader of Wolverhampton City Council, Ian Brookfield, has written to Ralph Findlay, Marston’s CEO, to praise logistics teammates for their efforts during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Transaction Update - 23rd July 2020

We have been advised that for procedural reasons, the UK CMA (rather than the European Commission) will now likely be the relevant competition authority. As a result, completion is now anticipated to take place slightly later than expected as the CMA completes its review. (PDF 70 KB)

Interim results presentation - 26 June 2020

Presentation to accompany our interim results (PDF 945 KB)

Interim results - 26 June 2020

We are focussed on offering a great guest experience, synonymous with Marston’s hospitality, to welcome our customers back into our pubs within a safe trading environment. (PDF 1.0 MB)

Confirmation of Revised Interim Results Announcement Date

In line with the joint regulatory guidance from the FCA, the FRC and the PRA, regarding reporting timeframes in the current environment, Marston’s confirms that it will announce its Interim results, originally planned for 13 May, on 26 June 2020. (PDF 76 KB)

Carlsberg UK and Marston's PLC form joint venture, Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company

Carlsberg UK and Marston’s PLC have announced a proposed transaction to form a new, joint venture beer company, Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company. (PDF 234 KB)

New JV Partnership

Marston’s PLC and Carlsberg UK Holdings Limited form a new JV partnership “Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company” to create a best in class, brand-led UK brewer of scale. (PDF 323 KB)

Marston’s Logistics heroes

We couldn’t be prouder of our Logistics team for stepping up to help Wolverhampton Council deliver thousands of food parcels to vulnerable people across the city.

COVID-19 Update - 18 March 2020

An update in light of the Government's advice to the general public earlier this week to avoid pubs and other hospitality venues in order to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus. (PDF 100 KB)

Marston’s wins at national edie awards with partner UK Waste Solutions Ltd (UKWSL)

Marston’s has won ‘Waste and Resource Management Project of the Year’ at the 2020 edie sustainability leaders awards in collaboration with UKWSL.

Marston’s apprentices visit House of Commons

Marston’s joined other leading hospitality businesses at the fourth annual Hospitality Apprenticeships Showcase at the House of Commons.

Trading update - 24 January 2020

Marston’s has delivered a creditable performance in a challenging market. (PDF 113 KB)

Marston’s gets gold standard

Marston’s and UKWSL pick up top prize at the Green Apple Environment Awards.

Preliminary results - 27 November 2019

Making good progress with our debt reduction plans. Trading on track for the initial weeks of the current year and we are well prepared for the Christmas and New Year period. (PDF 548 KB)

Directorate change

Marston’s PLC announces that Catherine Glickman has notified the Board that she intends to stand down as a Non-executive Director with effect from the conclusion of the AGM on 24 January 2020. (PDF 262 KB)

Marston’s pledges to remove ½ million plastic bottles

Marston’s has announced it will be removing all single-use plastic water bottles and plastic cups from its Inns estate by end of 2019.

Marston’s commit to supporting the Care Leaver Covenant

Marston’s has announced its partnership with the Care Leaver Covenant to offer work experience, interview guidance and hospitality apprenticeships to all care leavers.

Disposals - 4 November 2019

Marston's has reached agreement for the disposal of 137 pubs for £44.9 million. (PDF 452 KB)

Year-end trading update - 15 October 2019

Our drinks businesses have performed well, achieving further growth against an exceptionally strong 2018. (PDF 158 KB)

World-class women - WeQual award win

Huge congratulations to Sharon Singh, Head of Operations – Family Pubs, for winning a prestigious WeQual Award.

Marston’s shortlisted for the Investors in People awards 2019

Marston’s has been shortlisted in the 2019 Investors in People Awards for the Best Apprenticeship Programme (over 500 people).

Announcement of board changes

Marston’s PLC is pleased to announce two non-executive appointments to the Board. Bridget Lea and Octavia Morley will join the Board as independent Non-executive Directors with effect from 1 September 2019 and 1 January 2020 respectively. (PDF 141 KB)

Trading update - 24 July 2019

Modest growth during the 42 weeks to date, continuing a long term positive like for like sales trend. (PDF 69 KB)

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