Anvil Pub
Location
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(0.26 miles away)
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Anvil Public House
The Anvil pub is located at 106 Stannington Road in Stannington.
General Information
- Stonegate Group
- CAMRA Awarded. Best Cellar (Yorkshire & North East) - Great british Pub Awards 2009.
Pub Facilities
- Real Ales
- Cocktails
- Beer garden
- Smoking area
- Car park
- Disabled access
- Disabled facilities
- Children welcome
- Dogs welcome
- Card payments
- Function room
- Accommodation
- Wi-Fi Internet access
Pub Entertainment
- Background music
- Sports on TV
- Pool table
- Snooker table
Pub Food
- Food served
Popular Sheffield pub, The Anvil, located in Stannington, is set to reopen its doors to the public after a brief closure and a period of uncertainty. The pub, known for its community atmosphere and welcoming staff, will officially reopen on Friday 30th August, under new management but with the same dedicated bar staff.
The Anvil, situated on Stannington Road, closed its doors on Sunday 4th August, following a day filled with discount drinks and a free buffet for its patrons. The sudden closure led to widespread speculation among locals, who wondered whether the pub’s operator, Stonegate, was struggling to find a new landlord due to high rental demands. Stonegate, the UK’s largest pub company, operates several popular chains, including Slug and Lettuce and All Bar One, and has been managing The Anvil for some time.
In the wake of its closure, concerns were raised about the future of The Anvil and whether it would ever reopen. However, a recent Facebook post from The Anvil has confirmed that the pub will indeed be reopening soon, thanks to the "determination, love, hard work, and investment of local customers and staff." The post further explained that negotiations with Stonegate, which has been grappling with a significant £2.2 billion debt, have been successful, allowing the pub to welcome back its loyal patrons.
As The Anvil prepares to reopen, it is not only under new management but also sporting a fresh new look. The Facebook announcement mentioned that the pub is undergoing a "facelift," suggesting that customers can expect some changes to the pub’s interior and ambience, while still enjoying the familiar faces of the original bar staff.
The Anvil, a popular pub located on Stannington Road, has shut its doors, leaving the local community buzzing with speculation. The closure, effective from Sunday, 4th August, follows an afternoon of festivities where patrons enjoyed a 25% discount on all drinks and a complimentary buffet.
The Anvil is operated by Stonegate, the largest pub company in Britain, which also manages well-known chains like Slug and Lettuce and All Bar One. Recently, Stonegate has been grappling with a significant £2.2 billion debt, leading to widespread concerns about the company's stability and the future of its establishments.
The Anvil's closure has sparked conversations among locals, many of whom believe that the high rent being demanded by Stonegate is a key factor in the pub's inability to secure a new landlord. The pub is listed under a fixed-term tenancy with a guide rent of £461 per week and an additional potential "Full Tie Release Fee" of £33,250. The tenancy also includes an upstairs flat deemed suitable for a couple or a small family.
The Anvil has long been a staple in the Sheffield community, known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse range of events. According to a section on Stonegate's website titled "Regional Manager's Thoughts," the Anvil is described as "a great heart of the community wet-led pub" that thrives on weekends with local patrons. During the week, it attracts high foot traffic from walkers and dog owners, and it has become a popular venue for quiz nights, sports clubs, and live music. The pub is also favoured for personal celebrations, including birthday parties and gender reveal events.
In response to the swirling speculations, Stonegate has offered a glimmer of hope for the pub's future. A spokesperson from the company stated, "The Anvil, Sheffield is currently closed whilst a change of publican takes place. The popular community hub will re-open in the coming weeks and looks forward to welcoming guests back."
This announcement hints at the possibility of a new publican taking over the Anvil, potentially alleviating some of the community's concerns. However, the exact timeline and details of the reopening remain uncertain.
As the Sheffield community waits for further updates, the closure of the Anvil underscores broader issues within the pub industry, particularly the financial pressures faced by operators and landlords. The situation at the Anvil serves as a microcosm of the challenges that many pubs across the UK are currently navigating.
After 22 years at the Anvil, Maurice & Linda Selman have retired to France. The pub is now under new ownership with Tom Delaney & Brigitte Colwell taking over at the helm.
The Anvil in Stannington has been crowned the best cellar in the Yorkshire & North East category at the Great British Pub Awards 2009. The Anvil, on Stannington Road, won the award in September and is the only pub in Sheffield to feature in the awards. More details at www.greatbritishpubawards.co.uk.