Mansfield is experiencing a remarkable surge in new pubs and bars, defying national trends
Mansfield: It’s pretty wild how one Nottinghamshire town is flipping the script on pub closures. While many places are shutting down, Mansfield is actually seeing a boom. Research shows a whopping 62.5% increase in new pubs and bars from 2020 to 2024.
Some cool spots have popped up recently. There’s Playground, a late-night bar and club that opened in February 2024 on Leeming Street. Then there’s Stella Taps, a micropub that started welcoming guests in the summer of 2021. And let’s not forget Sins and Spirits, which opened its doors on Toothill Lane in November 2023.
This info comes from a report by SumUp, which looked at retail trends. It turns out Mansfield is leading the pack in a study called High Street Retail Trends 2024. The report covers various sectors, including pubs and bars, and shows how some areas are thriving despite the challenges.
The report highlights the tough times pubs have faced lately. The pandemic hit hard, and with more folks working from home, the after-work drink has become less of a thing. Plus, rising taxes and lower disposable income have added to the struggle. But even with a 2.6% drop in pubs across the UK, some cities are bucking the trend.
Mansfield is at the forefront, showing that the high street isn’t dying; it’s just evolving. Following closely behind is Chatham, which has seen a 50% rise in new openings. It’s a refreshing change, proving that the pub scene can still thrive in the right places.
