Brewdog’s pubs in Bath, Basingstoke, and Bristol have been saved from permanent closure thanks to a rescue deal by Saviour Bars following Brewdog’s recent administration. After Brewdog was forced to close 38 sites nationwide and lay off 484 staff last month, these key locations faced an uncertain future.
The Brewdog on Baldwin Street in Bristol has already reopened under new ownership, with the storefront sign humorously altered to read “Dog Gone.” The new operators welcomed patrons with a playful message on Instagram: “The dog has left the building. For now, we are simply Dog Gone. All punks are welcome.”
Saviour Bars have also announced plans to reopen the former Brewdog venue in Bath soon, encouraging customers to “watch this space” for updates.
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Brewdog, founded in 2007 by James Watt and Martin Dickie, grew rapidly and earned a devoted following but was also marked by controversy. When the company entered administration in March, Watt expressed deep regret, saying, “I am heartbroken for all of the hard-working and passionate team members who have lost their jobs… and for all of our brilliant equity punks who did not get the return on their investment they wanted.”
He reflected on Brewdog’s journey: “During my 17 years in charge there were highs, lows, successes, failures, huge gambles and many mistakes along the way. Ultimately, the mistakes hurt far more than the successes console.”
While the reopening date for the Bath location has yet to be confirmed, the Bristol venue, now operating as Dog Gone, is open seven days a week, signaling a fresh chapter for these beloved pubs under new stewardship.