JD Wetherspoon Opens 683 Pubs on Christmas Day 2025

Across the United Kingdom, pub operator JD Wetherspoon announced that 683 of its locations will open their doors on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, offering patrons a place for drinks amid the holiday festivities. The pubs, part of a chain with more than 800 sites nationwide, will operate on limited hours from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., serving beverages only and providing an alternative for those seeking to avoid the demands of home-cooked meals.

The decision allows customers to enjoy a traditional outing, such as a pint or glass of wine with family and friends, at a time when many high street shops, supermarkets, and other establishments remain closed to give staff a break. Wetherspoon confirmed the arrangements, noting that food service will not be available on the day itself. One venue, The Earl of Dalkeith in Kettering, Northamptonshire, will deviate slightly with hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Approximately 117 pubs across the country will stay shut for the holiday.

Regional breakdowns highlight the widespread availability. In Yorkshire, 54 locations will participate, including The Angel Hotel in Whitby and The Lister Arms in Ilkley, catering to communities from Bradford to...