Stephen Allen is the Group Property Director at Punch Pubs & Co, a leading UK pub operator headquartered in Burton upon Trent. With 20 years of experience at Punch and its predecessor, Spirit Group, Allen has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s property strategy and expansion.

His expertise encompasses acquisitions, estate management, asset optimisation, and capital investment. Allen has a strong track record of successfully delivering large-scale projects and managing teams to deliver growth.

In recent years, Allen has overseen significant package acquisitions to expand Punch’s portfolio, whilst building an industry leading team focused on buying individual pubs. These strategic moves reflect his commitment to enhancing the company’s presence in the UK pub sector.

His leadership continues to drive Punch Pubs & Co’s growth, ensuring that newly acquired pubs receive the necessary investment and support to thrive within their communities.