English singer-songwriter James Blunt has purchased the Carpenter\u2019s Arms in London\u2019s Hammersmith from Wren Pubs.<\/p>\n
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Blunt has also been the owner of the Fox and Pheasant in London\u2019s Chelsea since 2017.<\/p>\n
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The Carpenter\u2019s Arms was acquired by Wren Pubs in July 2024 and underwent an extensive refurbishment across the bar area, private dining room and private garden, with sales doubling over the past two years.<\/p>\n
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The 19th-century pub has now been sold to Blunt, who will work closely with Fox and Pheasant manager Toby Milne to oversee operations.<\/p>\n
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Jack Greenall, founder of Wren Pubs, said: \u201cWe are delighted to be handing over the Carpenter\u2019s Arms to such excellent operators of one of the best pubs in West London. This sale was a difficult decision for us, but we are so pleased with what we have achieved to date. It has been an honour to play a role in such a wonderful community and getting to know the locals.<\/p>\n
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\u201cHaving worked hard to bring this beloved venue back to life, it felt like the perfect moment to pass the pub into new ownership. I am looking forward to the Carpenter\u2019s Arms continuing to receive the attention it deserves \u2013 I couldn\u2019t think of a better team to continue its legacy.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Greenall added: \u201cWe are thrilled to be working on our latest project at 7 Sloane Square, and continuing to focus our efforts on the Surprise and the Walmer Castle as well as exploring further opportunities, ideally with bedrooms in London.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Blunt commented: \u201cIt\u2019s an honour to be the custodian of this beautiful and important local landmark. I know how much it means to the residents, and I hope we can serve them as well as they have been by Jack and his team. I look forward to seeing you there!\u201d<\/p>\n
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Greenall first took over the Surprise in London\u2019s Chelsea in May 2021 and in November 2023 he relaunched the Walmer Castle<\/a> in London\u2019s Notting Hill, which for a time belonged to David Beckham and film director\u00a0Guy Ritchie<\/a>\u00a0(2018-2022) and later London nightclub owner and businessman Piers Adam (2022-2023).<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n