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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Henry Saker-Clark

Greene King to sell famous ale brand to Spanish brewer as fears rise over future of brewery

Greene King has agreed to sell its popular Old Speckled Hen brand to Damm UK, the owner of Estrella Damm, as the brewing giant shifts its focus away from producing beer for supermarket shelves.

The significant deal is expected to lead to the long-term closure of the Westgate Brewery in Bury St Edmunds, although Greene King is concurrently developing a new site within the town.

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