Greene King Reinvigorates London’s Oldest LGBTQIA+ Venue With Six-Figure Transformation
The City of Quebec – London’s oldest LGBTQIA+ pub, owned by pub company and brewer Greene King has reopened its doors to the public following…
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Drinks-Focused Occasions Drive Pub Market Data Reveals
Social drinks-led occasions are on the rise, as consumers head out for drinks and small snacks, according to the latest insights from IGD’s new Away…
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The Business Distress Index – A Worrying Picture for British Pubs
By Chris Bristow, Real Business Rescue (www.realbusinessrescue.co.uk) The Business Distress Index published by Real Business Rescue, paints a worrying picture of the financial health of…
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Women’s Euros Set to Drive Massive Pub Trade Boost
The upcoming Women’s European Championship is poised to deliver a significant windfall for Britain’s pub and hospitality sector, with industry analysts predicting substantial increases in…
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On Premise Drinks Sales Brighten After Slow Start To June
Operators and suppliers are experiencing an up-and-down June for drinks sales, with growth returning after a challenging start to the month. CGA by NIQ’s latest…
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UK Cider Primed for a Strong Summer Season
Producers and retailers gear up as consumers turn to cider for summer refreshment. UK cider makers are gearing up for a buoyant summer as the…
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Heartwood Inns’ Launches Sixth Pub With Rooms
Award-winning Heartwood Inns has launched The Ragged Robin in Godalming, marking its sixth pub with rooms as it continues to expand toward its goal of…
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Guinness and Sky Business Join PubAid to Spotlight Pubs as Champions of Community Sport
Guinness and Sky Business are joint headline sponsors of Pubs Power Sport – a new campaign from PubAid that will shine a light on the…
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Government’s Health Strategy Must Avoid Policies That Further Tax The Majority Who Drink In Moderation
The government is reportedly considering a ban or restrictions on alcohol advertising as part of its 10-year health strategy. While a full ban is mentioned…
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Leadership Transition at Valiant Pub Company
Valiant Pub Company (“Valiant”), operator of community-focused pubs across the UK, has announced that Mark McGinty, Chief Operating Officer, will succeed Gerry Carroll as Chief…
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England’s First Women’s Euros Match To Generate £32m For The Hospitality Sector
UK consumers are forecast to spend £31.9m at hospitality venues as they watch England’s first match against France in the Women’s Euros tournament, a new…
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Hospitality Insolvencies Down, But More To Come Following Downturn In Trade
Company insolvency statistics show accommodation and food services insolvencies were down 12% year-on-year from 313 (April 2024) to 275 (April 2025) and fell 2.5% month-on-month….
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Craft Union Pub Company Stomps Over 60 Miles To Raise More Than £20,000 For Charity
Teams from across Craft Union Pub Company came together on Tuesday for the second ever Crafty Stomp – a cross-country walking challenge that brought pubs,…
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Community Spirit Triumphs As Black Lion Pub Nears Reopening After £500k Transformation
A North Yorkshire village pub closed for over five years is set to reopen after a remarkable community-led rescue that saw locals raise hundreds of…
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Further Taxes Would Undermine Ambitions Of Westminster Night-Time Strategy
Westminster City Council Westminster After Dark Strategy and implementation plan to improve the city’s evening and night-time environment public consultation has now closed. The strategy…
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