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Manchester drinks wholesaler LWC Drinks acquires Wigan Beer Company

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Summary

LWC Drinks, a Manchester independent wholesaler, has acquired Wigan Beer Company and its Holyhead-based Keegan's operation. Wigan Beer serves pubs, bars, restaurants and hospitality venues across the North West. Both businesses will operate from existing sites through 2026 before integration into LWC's Knowsley and Leyland depots from 2027, with Keegan's continuing independently from Holyhead.

The deal strengthens LWC's operational capacity and regional reach. Managing director Ebrahim Mukadam said the partnership combines LWC's national infrastructure with Wigan Beer and Keegan's local expertise and customer relationships. Adam Jones, Wigan Beer managing director, cited shared values around customer service and said the arrangement preserves the personal relationships central to the business.

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Common questions

What is this article about?
Manchester-based independent drinks wholesaler LWC Drinks has acquired Wigan Beer Company, a long-established North West hospitality supplier, in an undisclosed deal. The acquisition also includes Keegan's operation in Holyhead and will strengthen LWC's regional presence across 18 UK depots.
When was this published?
This article was published on 4 September 2026.
Who published this article?
This article was published by TheBusinessDesk.