Young’s believes full-year performance will be ahead of market expectations
A trading update for the premium pub company shows continued momentum following a record-breaking performance last year.
“Despite the well-publicised headwinds that face our sector, our premium estate continues to outperform, and we now look forward to delivering a full-year performance that exceeds previous expectations.”
Young’s has said it has continued strong trading over the summer, following a record-breaking year last year.
The premium pub group shared a trading update for the 26 weeks from 31 March to 28 September 2026, ahead of its interim results on 12 November 2026. Total revenue for the period was up 10.4%, alongside an increase of 6.4% in like-for-like sales, while for the last 13 weeks like-for-like sales were up 7.9%, delivering growth against a strong previous year.
The group put its success down to a “standout summer of sunshine and sport”, with strong trading over the May bank holidays, and pubs with gardens or riverside locations saw like-for-like sales increased by 7.5%.
Earlier this year the pub group experienced a record-breaking year, surpassing half a billion pounds in revenue.
Simon Dodd, chief executive, said: “Boosted by excellent trading across the summer months, supported by the record weather and exciting sporting events, Young’s has delivered another period of outstanding performance. Our relentless focus on quality meant that when the sun shone and the matches were aired, customers chose Young’s for our premium offer and the fantastic atmosphere created by our brilliant teams.
“Cubitt House’s exceptional collection of pubs are now fully embedded into the Young’s family, and we continue to deliver against our strategic priorities.
“Despite the well-publicised headwinds that face our sector, our premium estate continues to outperform, and we now look forward to delivering a full-year performance that exceeds previous expectations.”
