The Mount by Glynn Purnell to close

The Mount by Glynn Purnell in Henley-in-Arden, Warwickshire, is to close next month after four years of trading due to “increasingly challenging” trading conditions.

Purnell opened the Michelin Guide-listed pub in March 2022 in the former Butchers Social site in partnership with local businessman Luke Fryer and his wife Tania.

However, a combination of rising running costs, increasing food prices and energy bills has made the business “financially unviable”, according to its website.

Customers who hold vouchers have been asked to contact the pub directly to arrange a booking and redeem them before or on 15 March – the date of the pub’s final service.

The owners have confirmed that all staff are being supported through the closure and that all suppliers will be paid.  

Purnell said: “After four wonderful years, the very tough decision has been made to close the Mount. I’ve genuinely loved my time at the pub – it’s been a special place with a brilliant team and fantastic guests who have supported us from day one.

“The hospitality landscape has become increasingly challenging, and despite everyone’s hard work, it’s simply not sustainable to continue. I’m hugely grateful for the opportunity and for the commitment shown throughout. I wish the owners every success for the future.”

The owners added: “This has been an incredibly difficult decision for us to make. We are so proud of what the Mount has achieved since opening in March 2022 and of the team who have worked tirelessly to make it such a welcoming and well-regarded pub.

“However, with the continued rise in operating costs – from food and drink to energy and general overheads – it has become clear that the business is no longer viable. We want to thank our staff for their dedication and professionalism, our suppliers for their support, and, most importantly, our loyal customers who have supported the Mount over the past four years.

“We are committed to ensuring our team are looked after and that all suppliers are paid, and we hope to see many of our guests before we close our doors on 15 March.”

Purnell confirmed he will focus on Trillium, which he launched in September 2025, and Plates by Purnell’s in Birmingham and the Wood Norton in Evesham.

The chef closed his Michelin-starred restaurant, Purnell’s in Birmingham, in October 2024 after 17 years of trading.