JD Wetherspoon, the UK stalwart of cheap pints and full English breakfasts, is spreading its wings on the continent with its very first mainland European pub.

This week, the chain announced it will be opening a branch in Spain’s Alicante–Elche Miguel Hernández Airport, marking what could be the beginning of a global Spoon-ish invasion.

The new boozer is named Castell de Santa Bàrbera – after the medieval fortress that looms over Alicante – and is set to open at the end of January 2026.

It’ll trade seven days a week, from 6am to 9pm, serving food until an hour before closing time.

Despite being smack in the middle of an international departures lounge, this will be a decidedly British affair, with about 90% of the menu featuring the same dishes fans know and love.

That said

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