Tamworth Tap is Named the Best Pub in the Country by CAMRA
An impressive brewpub located in a 16th century shop front falling within the shadow of Tamworth’s historic Norman castle has been named the best pub…
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All the latest news for pubs, bars, clubs, restaurants and hotels in the UK hospitality sector and licensed on-trade industry.
Arc Inspirations Announces Sheffield First with New Landmark Venue
Premium bar operator Arc Inspirations is set to expand its successful portfolio of award-winning venues into a new city with the introduction of Manahatta, Sheffield….
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Whitbread Accommodation Sales ‘significantly’ Above Last Year and Pre-Pandemic
Whitbread PLC has reported strong sales growth in its financial third quarter, both in its core Premier Inn business in the UK and in its…
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Applications Now Open for the Brewers’ Research and Education Fund
The Brewers’ Research and Education Fund (BREF) 2023/2024 is now open for applications, with the judging board on the lookout for the brightest and best…
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“Community Ties” Changed Since Lockdown Survey Reveals
Almost half of Brits admit to feeling lonely once a week or more since lockdown ended, according to new national research. The study, conducted by…
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City Pub Group Appoint New CMO
City Pub Group, the owner and operator of 43 premium pubs across Southern England and Wales, has announced the appointment of Richard Myers as Chief…
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Cost-of-living Crisis Doesn’t Deter Brits From Future Holiday Hopes
Amidst the cost-of-living crisis, British appetite for travel remains undimmed. Whilst just over a quarter (26%) of Brits don’t expect to go on holiday this…
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Popular Pudsey Pub Re-Opens After Three Year Closure
A Pudsey pub closed since January 2020 is set to reopen following a £370,000 investment. The refurbishment will turn The Bankhouse on Bankhouse Lane into…
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CAMRA Encourages People to Use Bus Ticket Cap to Support Pubs Sustainably in 2023
The Campaign for Real Ale has also written to the Government, asking them to make the £2 cap permanent. The Campaign for Real Ale is…
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SLTA Voices ‘Very Serious Concerns’ for Hospitality Sector Despite Energy Support Scheme
The SLTA (Scottish Licensed Trade Association) has expressed “very serious concerns” over the introduction of a new £5.5 billion scheme to support businesses with their…
Read more...Festive Gatherings and Holiday Bookings Boost Hospitality and Travel in December
Consumer card spending grew 4.4 per cent year-on-year in December – slightly higher than November (3.9 per cent) but well below the 9.3 per cent…
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High Demand for Live Music in Pubs and Bars Report Reveals
Live music can help pubs and bars generate extra sales in 2023, according to a new report from research consultancy CGA by NielsenIQ and live…
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Sector Reacts to Chancellors Energy Support Reduction of 70%
Sector leaders have reacted with dismay following yesterday’s announcement by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt that energy support for businesses is to be cut from Saturday, April…
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Greene King Brewery Launches Cask Pins with Seven-Figure Investment
Greene King, the UK’s leading pub company and brewer, will be the first major cask brewer to launch cask pins, a 4.5-gallon unit container, to…
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Energy Bills Discount Scheme “Last Straw” Sector Fears
Sector leaders say the announced cut in energy bill support from April is “unsustainable” and “the last straw” for some businesses Yesterday (January 9) the…
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