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Discover the latest pub industry statistics, insights and trends to help your venue thrive. 

DesignMyNight's 2025 Pub Industry Report is your go-to guide for understanding the current landscape of pubs and bars in the UK and Ireland. 

Whether you're a seasoned pub operator aiming to optimise business performance, a group hospitality manager looking to future-proof your operation, or a new entrepreneur wanting to understand the current landscape, this report delivers expert insight grounded in real data. 

What's inside the 2025 Pub Industry Report? 

  • The most relevant UK pub statistics and consumer habits 

  • Key pub and bar insights to inform your strategy 

  • How pubs and bars in UK are overcoming rising costs, staffing challenges and evolving customer expectations 

  • Why venue hire, marketing and live events are crucial to future success 

  • The growing tech gap between independent pubs and hospitality groups 

  • What customers really want from UK pubs and bars 

 

Key takeaways include: 

  • 47% of operators expect increased footfall in the next 12 months  

  • 22% are still struggling to balance the books  

  • 59% of customers want to order and pay via phone - but only 27% of venues offer it 

  • 51% of customers want personalised offers - only 38% of venues deliver  

  • Events, tech and marketing remain untapped opportunities for many