Mitchells & Butlers has said sunny weather helped bring in more customers in recent months.
The pub and bar giant said its sales are set to hit the ‘top end’ of industry expectations as a result.
Phil Urban, chief executive of the Toby Carvery and All Bar One owner, said it is performing ‘strongly’ despite increased cost pressures after the recent rises in National Insurance contributions and the minimum wage.
Boost: Mitchells & Butlers has said sunny weather helped bring in more customers in recent months
M&B, which also runs Harvester and Miller & Carter venues, said sales grew by 5 per cent over the quarter to July 19, as momentum accelerated further.
Food sales increased by 4.9 per cent, while drink sales increased by 4.8 per cent for the quarter.
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