The Mount by Glynn Purnell to close amid ‘rising costs’

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The Mount will conduct its final service on 15 March 2026

The Mount by Glynn Purnell has announced it will close due to rising running costs, including increasing food prices and energy bills.

Purnell opened the Henley-in-Arden pub in March 2022 in partnership with Luke and Tania Fryer and his wife.

Customers holding vouchers are asked to contact the pub directly to arrange a booking and redeem them before the final service on 15 March 2026.

The owners have confirmed that all staff are being supported through the closure and that all suppliers will be paid.

“After four wonderful years, the very tough decision has been made to close The Mount,” says Glynn Purnell in a post on The Mount’s website.

“I’ve genuinely loved my time at the pub- it’s been a special place with a brilliant team and fantastic guests who have supported us from day one.

“The hospitality landscape has become increasingly challenging, and despite everyone’s hard work, it’s simply not sustainable to continue.”

Purnell has revealed he will now focus on his other ventures – Trillium and Plates by Purnell’s in Birmingham, and The Wood Norton in Evesham.

Luke and Tania Fryer add: “This has been an incredibly difficult decision for us to make.

“We are so proud of what The Mount has achieved since opening in March 2022 and of the team who have worked tirelessly to make it such a welcoming and well-regarded pub.

“However, with the continued rise in operating costs- from food and drink to energy and general overheads - it has become clear that the business is no longer viable.

“We want to thank our staff for their dedication and professionalism, our suppliers for their support, and, most importantly, our loyal customers who have supported The Mount over the past four years.

“We are committed to ensuring our team are looked after and that all suppliers are paid, and we hope to see many of our guests before we close our doors on 15 March.”

Further updates will be shared on the pub’s social media channels.