LAKE District brewer and pub operator Jennings Brothers plc is selling 18 managed pubs in a deal worth £11.5 million.
The pubs, which include the Alexandra in Lancaster, are mostly based in Lancashire and Cheshire.
The company plans to use the proceeds to reduce debts.
Jennings plans to concentrate on its leased and tenanted pubs and on boosting beer sales.
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