Beerblefish Brewing Co. and Hackney Brewery are the latest casualties in a wave of brewery closures in London, affected largely by issues related to rent and licensing. Hackney Brewery's High Hill Tap will close after failing to secure necessary permissions from Waltham Forest Council despite fulfilling its rent obligations. The council, however, asserts that the closure decision was taken by the brewery itself. These closures highlight the ongoing struggles of local businesses to stay afloat in the face of bureaucratic and financial challenges, particularly in the wake of post-COVID difficulties.
Beerblefish Brewing Co. closed down on March 9, while Hackney Brewery will be closing High Hill Tap at the end of the month.
The situation with Waltham Forest Council, its landlord, had become untenable. Despite consistently paying our rent, the council will not grant necessary permissions.
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