Wetherspoon has revealed intentions to launch a new pub at a university campus. The renowned pub chain will oversee Joe’s at the University of Birmingham through a fresh collaboration. Named after the university’s iconic clock tower, Joe’s will remain under the management of the Guild of Students.
The upcoming establishment, set to debut in Easter 2026 following a significant renovation, will offer the complete Wetherspoon food and beverage selection, including special weekly deals like the popular Thursday Curry Club. With a network of nearly 800 pubs nationwide, Wetherspoon introduced its first university pub at Hull University in 2022.
John Hutson, the Chief Executive of Wetherspoon, expressed excitement about the partnership with the Guild of Students, aiming to make Joe’s Bar a thriving venue. The President of the University of Birmingham Guild of Students, Antonia Listrat, highlighted the benefits for students, emphasizing the value-for-money offerings and increased job opportunities resulting from this collaboration.
In an effort to enhance student experiences and support the Guild’s commercial initiatives, the partnership aims to fortify the future of the Guild. Wetherspoon is also set to launch six new pubs by mid-January, with a detailed list provided. Concurrently, Wetherspoon has unveiled its seasonal Christmas menu, featuring the return of its popular budget-friendly turkey dinner.
The festive turkey feast includes various components like turkey breast slices, stuffing, vegetables, pigs-in-blankets, and more, priced at £13.99 with a soft drink or £15.52 with an alcoholic beverage. While prices may vary by location, this represents a slight increase compared to last year. The Christmas menu will be accessible until December 31.
Despite recent successes in sales and profits, Tim Martin, Wetherspoon’s leader, emphasized the company’s commitment to minimizing price hikes in response to industry challenges and tax increases. Martin assured efforts to maintain competitive pricing while navigating market changes and economic pressures.