It's been a trying few months for pubs in Southport, the seaside town has seen several well-established pubs fall under the burden of rising energy costs. Neil said that pubs need to adapt to the climate if they are going to survive, and landlords need to earn customers' trust more than ever. Pubs are having to diversify to attract customers that they would not normally have because you don't survive by just people walking through the door. So if they come to a pub and there is good clientele, a good vibe then they are willing to spend." We need good, local customers.

Source: The Times March 04, 2023 20:10 UTC