Slug and Lettuce
Chain of bars that operate in the United Kingdom / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Slug and Lettuce is a chain of bars that operate in the United Kingdom, with a large number located in London and South East England. As of 2017, there are a total of 70 outlets.[3] Hugh Corbett opened the first Slug and Lettuce in Islington in 1985. He attempted to enhance the public house environment, at a time when standards were often low.
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Company type | Private limited company |
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Industry | Hospitality |
Founded | Islington, London in 1985 |
Founder | Hugh Corbett |
Headquarters | Luton, Bedfordshire |
Key people | Kate Wilton (managing director)[1] |
Revenue | £44,134,000 (2011)[2] |
£1,366,000 (2011)[2] | |
£1,357,000 (2011)[2] | |
Total assets | £77,826,000 (2011)[2] |
Owner | Stonegate Pub Company |
Number of employees | 1,520 (2011)[2] |
Website | slugandlettuce |
The bars are designed for a youthful clientele, and aim to attract an equal number of men and women with "female-friendly" designs.[4][5][6] The chain has remained relevant by continually re-inventing itself for the contemporary marketplace.[7][8] The chain has gone through a number of owners throughout its history, and is currently owned by the Stonegate Pub Company, based in Luton, Bedfordshire.[9]