Posted on 20th Dec 2010 @ 3:49 PM

According to statistics collated by the British Beer and Pub Association, London pubs were closing at a rate of almost one every other day during the last six months of 2007. It's never been harder for pubs to stay open. And more of them are having to be more creative in how they lure in customers. Cheap but wholesome pub grub is at the top of many landlords' agendas, and investing in reconditioned catering equipment is the most cost-effective way of kitting out a kitchen. Pub Grub in the Credit Crunch The brewing industry believes that a number of economic factors are impacting on pubs heavily, rising alcohol costs and the smoking ban have all created a cultural shift. And more pubs are finding ways to attract a new clientèle. Cheap pub food is one way of counteracting the rising costs of alcohol. Using reconditioned catering equipment and cooking low cost meals such as chilli con carne or curry at a fixed low price is appealing to customers looking for filling, wholesome but cheap food during the credit crunch. More people are having to watch their pennies, and switching to the pub rather than investing in a pricier restaurant could be more appealing. Reconditioned Catering Equipment in the Economic Downturn Pubs who are thriving in the credit crunch tend to be those that offer a fair deal. As well as installing reconditioned catering equipment to provide decent pub grub, many public houses are having to find creative ways to bring down their overheads and pull in the punters. The brewery industry says landlords need to work harder than ever to provide lots of reasons for customers to come to their establishment. And when times are tough, cheap, plentiful pub food is top of the agenda. Six months after the smoking ban, major pub chain Wetherspoons dropped 13% of its profits. But now people have accepted the smoking ban, they need to find other temptations. Analysts say pubs need to be more of a 'community centre' providing food and entertainment. And it isn't just London that's struggling. Half of the pubs in south Wales for example are expected to close in the next five years. Those that adopt could still thrive – if the pub doesn't sell cheap food, it might be time to invest in reconditioned catering equipment. Need Catering Equipment? Talk to Caterquip Caterquip UK Ltd is the perfect place to visit if you are starting a new business and need great reliable catering appliances, at greatly reduced prices. All our reconditioned catering equipment is fully tested and will look and work like new, so there is no reason to go out and spend lots of money on brand new appliances. Talk to us today and see what we can offer you – visit our site or call us on 01733 777 778. Send us an email to info@caterquip.co.uk if you have any queries.