Lidl opens first-ever pub, The Middle Ale, in ‘milestone moment’ for supermarket chain (opens original article in a new tab)

Supermarket chain Lidl has opened its first pub, The Middle Ale, in Dundonald, Belfast, after overcoming strict alcohol licensing regulations. The 60-seat pub includes an off-licence and created eight new jobs. Lidl also donated £1,000 in gift vouchers to the local foodbank.

• Lidl opens first pub, The Middle Ale, in Dundonald, Belfast
• Pub licence obtained after navigating strict Northern Ireland alcohol licensing laws
• Pub includes off-licence and created eight new jobs
• Lidl donated £1,000 in gift vouchers to Dundonald Foodbank