How rich is Tim Martin?
How rich is Tim Martin?
Wetherspoons chairman Tim Martin came under fire this week as some of his 872 branches ran out of beer – but few people realise his £448million net worth started with running just one pub. The much-loved pub chain is known for its cheap food and drink, and is almost always the least expensive drinking venue in a town.
How many Wetherspoons are there in the UK in 2021?
JD Wetherspoon operated 861 pubs in the UK and Ireland in 2021. Although this followed a declining trend in the last few years, the number of Wetherspoon outlets is still higher than ten years ago; In 2009 the number of pubs was at 731 and climbing.
Why is Wetherspoons food so cheap?
Unlike most other pubs, Wetherspoons are free houses and not owned by breweries. The company owns its buildings and does not have to buy alcohol from specific breweries charging high prices. It is free to shop around for the best prices and pass the savings onto customers.
How much is the owner of JD Wetherspoons worth?
You won’t be surprised to hear that Tim is worth a bob or two. His net worth stands at £448million. This is of course down to the Wetherspoons empire.
Which town has the most Wetherspoons?
Top 10 cities with the most number of J D Wetherspoon Pubs locations in the UK
| City | Country | Number of Locations |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | England | 15 |
| Liverpool | England | 12 |
| Leeds | England | 12 |
| Nottingham | England | 12 |
What is the oldest Wetherspoons in the UK?
Forty years ago, on 9 December 1979, the first Wetherspoon pub opened in north London, in Colney Hatch Lane, Muswell Hill. Formerly, it had been a bookies. For the first month of trading, it was called Martin’s Free House – after its owner, Wetherspoon’s founder and chairman Tim Martin.
