Our story

Putting empty pub rooms to work

PubDigs was born from a simple observation: thousands of British pubs have spare rooms sitting empty while workers and travellers struggle to find affordable, characterful accommodation.

A freshly poured pint resting on a traditional British pub bar

Why we built PubDigs

Britain's tradespeople, contractors, and seasonal workers need somewhere decent to stay — not a soulless budget hotel on a ring road, but a proper room with a warm welcome and a pint waiting downstairs.

Independent pubs are the backbone of British communities, yet many are struggling. Letting spare rooms gives landlords a reliable new income stream without changing what makes their pub special.

When a guest stays at a pub, they become part of the local. They eat there, drink there, and tell their mates. PubDigs isn't just accommodation — it's a way of keeping the great British pub alive.

500+pubs
12,000+nights booked
48counties

What we stand for

Independent pubs first

We exist to support Britain's independent pub trade, not to compete with it.

Fair for everyone

No hidden fees, no percentage cuts. Pubs keep their earnings, guests pay fair prices.

Real connections

We believe the best stays happen when guests and landlords talk directly.

The team

A small team with a big love for British pubs.

James Whitfield

Co-founder & CEO

Former pub landlord turned tech entrepreneur. Ran The Crown in Shropshire for 8 years.

Sarah Okafor

Co-founder & CTO

Built marketplace platforms for 10 years. Passionate about supporting independent hospitality.

Tom Briggs

Head of Growth

Ex-Airbnb. Spent two years travelling Britain staying in pubs while working contracts.

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