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JW Lees reports record £105.6m sales and £8.8m profit

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Summary

JW Lees, the Manchester-based brewer and pub retailer, reported record financial results for the year to the end of March 2026. The firm posted turnover of £105.6 million and profit before tax of £8.8 million, both new highs for the company.

William Lees-Jones, the firm's leader, attributed the strong performance to the long hot summer of 2025 and increased productivity across the brewing and retail operations. The results represent significant growth for the North West's long-established hospitality business.

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What is this article about?
North West brewer and pub operator JW Lees achieved record annual sales of £105.6 million and record profit before tax of £8.8 million in the year to March 2026. Boss William Lees-Jones credited a strong summer in 2025 and improved productivity across the business.
When was this published?
This article was published on 17 July 2026.
Who published this article?
This article was published by TheBusinessDesk.