Greene King, West Suffolk Council Explore Bury St Edmunds Brewery Site

Greene King made a deal with a council. They will consider what to do with their old brewery. It’s in Bury St Edmunds town center. The company is moving to a new, bigger location.

They signed an agreement to cooperate. This helps them work with the town. They want community input for site plans. This process aims to include many ideas early.

It will shape what happens with the property. The plan for a new brewery got approved. It will cost £40 million and be in Suffolk Park. The new site should open around 2027.

No firm plans exist for the old site yet. Greene King wants to honor its history. They also want to keep a presence downtown. Greene King wants careful, lasting plans.

These plans should help the community. They also seek to improve the area.

Greene King’s Matt Starbuck is happy about the partnership. They want to explore options for the Westgate site together. He says they value community input.

Councilor Indy Wijenayaka also spoke about the deal. The new brewery will boost the local economy. It ensures jobs stay and skills grow.

The council is pleased to work with Greene King. They want the Westgate site to help the town. This project shows commitment to a good community. Details on providing input are coming in spring.