The government has said that two pubs closed every day in the first half of this year.
Between January and June, a total of 383 pubs across England and Wales closed and were demolished or converted for other uses.
But how has this affected Norfolk?
Here are seven establishments the county has lost this year.
1. The Last
Where: St Georges Street, Norwich NR3 1AB
The bar, restaurant and cafe lived in St George's Street for 33 years before its sudden closure in July.
It survived a closure threat in 2019 but reopened under new ownership after the pandemic.
2. The Blue Boar Inn
Where: Station Road, Great Ryburgh NR21 0DX
This cosy 17th century village pub closed its doors in February.
The owners stated that "due to current climate conditions" the business could not continue.
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3. Frank's Bar
Where: Bedford Street, Norwich NR2 1AR
Frank's had been a popular spot in the Norwich Lanes since it opened in 2008.
But in January, the owners announced the bar's closure.
They blamed the pandemic and cost of living crisis for the "decimat[ion]" of their "once healthy business".
4. The Wortwell Bell
Where: High Road, Harleston IP20 0HH
Last week, The Wortwell Bell shared that it would close due to the landlady's retirement.
Stonegate Group is actively seeking a new tenant to take over the 18th century premises.
5. The Lion
Where: Horsey Rd, West Somerton, Great Yarmouth NR29 4DP
The Lion in West Somerton closed in January.
The owners had taken over prior to the pandemic.
Although they had made strides in improving the pub's reputation, the owners said they could not survive energy and fuel bill hikes.
6. Oliver's
Where: Unthank Road, Norwich NR2 2RS
On February 15, the owners of Oliver's announced the bar's closure.
Oliver's was known for being unique in its area, serving cocktails in the evening and teas, coffees and cakes in the day.
7. The Bridge
Where: Norwich Road, Wroxham NR12 8AJ
On September 1, the Broads restaurant shared the news of its closure.
The restaurant confessed it had been struggling for over a year but that the last energy bill was the final straw.
Two nearby establishments, Station Smokehouse and Flavours of Horning, also closed their doors this summer worsening the hit to the area.
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