TWO pubs in Kidderminster and Stourport and now being sold off by a brewery.

Marston's Brewery has reportedly put 61 pubs up for sale following a review of its estate - including the Mitre Oak in Stourport and the Bluebell in Kidderminster.

The chain has more than 1,400 pubs across the UK, but it said it now wants to 'maximise returns' by focusing on its core venues.

Pubs in the Midlands, Yorkshire, Sussex and Wales have been put on the market by Marston's. Among them is 192-year-old Crooked House, West Midlands - which is famed for is wonky design.

Noel Moffitt, senior director – corporate pubs & restaurants at Christie & Co, who is managing the sales process said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals and multiple operators to acquire established successful public houses across England and Wales.

"The pub sector has been very resilient over the last few years and has adapted well to the challenges and despite interest in the sector there is a lack of properties on the market. This portfolio offers new entrants and existing operators a wonderful opportunity to acquire investments or operate their own businesses.” 

Judith Rafique, head of estates at Marston’s added: “Following a routine review of our estate we have taken the decision to offer to market a varied range of property types. This enables us to focus on our strategic objectives and maximise returns from our core estate.”