George & Dragon Pub In Wanstead Announces Reopening After Being Saved From Closure
The historic George & Dragon pub is set to reopen in the new year after being saved from closure, marking a triumphant return for the…
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Alcohol
Two Thirds Of UK Drinkers Intend To Drink More Over Christmas According To Charity Drinkaware
Almost two-thirds (64%) of UK drinkers intend to drink more alcohol over Christmas than they typically would at other times of the year, according to…
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Government’s “Alarming” Industrial Strategy Neglects Brewers And Pubs
The Government’s Industrial Strategy has overlooked brewers and pubs and risks undermining economic growth, the British Beer and Pub Association has warned. Neglecting the sector…
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Carlsberg Marston’s Brewing Company Axe Well-Known Beer Brands, Says CAMRA
The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has reported that pubs will soon be unable to stock iconic beers, including Banks’s Mild, following the Carlsberg buy-out…
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Take A Look Inside New Waterlooville Pub Following £320,000 Makeover
The Woodman on London Road in Waterlooville reopened on Friday 15th November following a major investment of £320,000. The pub is part of Proper Pubs –…
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Spiking Of Drinks To Become New Criminal Offence Government Reveals
The hospitality and on-trade sector have welcomed the news that spiking of drinks will become a new standalone criminal offense, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer…
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Stonegate Group And HEINEKEN UK Launch Christmas “Pub Alone” Campaign
Stonegate Group and HEINEKEN UK are joining forces to launch their “Pub Alone” campaign this festive season. Together, they aim to spark meaningful conversations on…
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Hydes Reopens Popular Chester Pub Following £0.5M Investment
Hydes Brewery has re-opened the doors of its popular Chester pub, The Hornsmill, following a £0.5M refurbishment and modernisation. The refurbishment of the dining pub…
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Chancellor Fails At The First Hurdle To Listen To Business Says WSTA
The new Government’s recent decision to raise alcohol duty by RPI has been described as “counterproductive” and “a real kick in the teeth” by the…
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Nominations Open To Find UK’s Best Beer And Pub Campaigner
Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) is seeking stories of community champions for its annual Campaigner of the Year Award. Nominations have now opened for the…
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300K Refurbishment At Historic Essex Pub The Bellhouse
Shepherd Neame HAS reopened historic Essex pub The Bellhouse on following a three week, £300,000 transformation. Built as a hunting lodge around the 16th century,…
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The Ivy Brasserie Gives First Look At New Bournemouth Restaurant As It Dazzles Guests At Exclusive Opening Party
Bournemouth sparkled with excitement as The Ivy Bournemouth Brasserie marked its grand opening with an unforgettable launch party. The highly anticipated event offered guests a…
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Drinks Sales Growth Elusive As Christmas Run-In Begins
On Premise drinks sales continue to struggle for year-on-year growth ahead of the crucial Christmas season, CGA by NIQ’s Daily Drinks Tracker shows. Average sales…
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Banx Pub Company Takes On Third Star Lease With Further Four In The Pipeline
Midlands and South West multiple operator, Banx Pub Company, has taken on the lease of The Princess Royal in Stoke on Trent and with Heineken…
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Chancellor’s Commitment To Let Pubs Serve Local Beers From Independent Breweries Should Extend To Northern Ireland, Say CAMRA
Commenting on reports from the Treasury that the Chancellor of the Exchequer will announce in Wednesday’s Budget that pubs could serve at least one beer…
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