Wetherspoons announce closure of landmark city pub

One of Preston's two Wetherspoons pubs is heading for closure.

- by Ed Walker

The pub chain confirmed this week that the Grey Friar is being put up for sale.

Standing on the corner of Friargate and Ringway the pub has been a staple of many nights out.

A spokesperson for Wetherspoons said: "Wetherspoon can confirm that The Grey Friar pub (Preston) is being placed on the market. The pub will continue to trade until it is sold. Staff at the pub have been advised."

The pub employs around 50 staff and opened during the 1990s.