THWAITES EXTENDS ESTATE WITH MALT SHOVEL ACQUISITION

26.08.2011

Leading brewer and pub estate owner Daniel Thwaites has bought the Malt Shovel in Barkby.

The Leicestershire pub is a significant new addition to the Thwaites estate, as it is one of the first pubs the family-run company has bought outside of its Northwest heartland as part of its plans to extend its estate of tenanted pubs into the south of England.

The popular Malt Shovel will continue to be run by existing tenants Andy and Sharon Fowler with the support of their team. Thwaites has promised that the Malt Shovel will retain its character and unique charm offering customers great food and six cask ales.

Andrew Buchanan said: "The Malt Shovel is the perfect addition to the Thwaites Estate and I'm delighted to welcome Andy and Sharon to the business. With the support of the brewery, the Malt Shovel's team will continue to run a successful pub, offering a wide selection of cask ales and great food too."

Thwaites will provide full support for The Malt Shovel offering a range of its most popular cask ales including Wainwright, Original, Lancaster Bomber and Nutty Black.