The Abbey pub owner in Derby abruptly closed the cherished pub after just 1 online photo surfaced, stunning locals on May 22. The historic venue’s sudden shutdown, blamed on “social media antics,” leaves regulars pondering if closing is the true hobby. “Bizarre,” muttered one patron.

After 1 online post, Derby’s Abbey pub fell silent, its doors locked and regulars left thirsty. Pub closure news spiked Derby search trends, fueling speculation about the owner’s motives. This eccentric twist made The Abbey’s shuttering more infamous than its ales—locals still demand answers.

The Abbey pub’s 1-photo closure marks Derby’s strangest pub shutdown in over 60 years.