With 76% of hospitality workers citing poor mental health, Star Pubs is supporting its 200 plus Just Add Talent managed operators facing this mounting challenge. The company is launching free coaching and guidance to enable them to address mental health issues in their teams and reduce staff absences and turnover. The half-day interactive certified courses, along with a … [Read more...]
NTIA Welcomes VE Day 80 Celebrations Opening Extensions For Pubs
Pub-goers will be able to raise a toast to veterans for an extra two hours as part of next month’s historic 80th anniversary of VE Day. With celebrations planned across the country on Thursday 8 May, the government has announced that pubs and bars will be permitted to remain open until 1am - two hours later than usual - to mark the occasion. This temporary extension … [Read more...]
Meiko UK supports new Windsor arts venue & plant-based café
Other Space Arts, a new grassroots arts venue for the Windsor area, is a welcoming space for all. With a plant-based café/bar and community ‘hub' on two floors, it is a place where emerging artists can connect with audiences. Meiko UK donated an undercounter dishwasher to support the new venture. The dishwasher will wash up to 40 racks per hour and is an ideal machine for … [Read more...]
Locals rally to save Hampton pub from Stonegate
More than 120 local residents packed the Hampton Hub last week to launch a community fightback aimed at saving one of the area’s most cherished social spaces — The Railway Bell pub, affectionately known as 'The Dip'. The meeting marked the formation of ‘Save the Dip’, a grassroots group founded by local resident Robert Lee. Their mission: to prevent the permanent loss of … [Read more...]
Liverpool’s Newington Temple restored and open in all its Victorian glory
Newington Temple has officially reopened its doors after an 8-week refurbishment which has seen the historic pub restored to its Victorian glory by Liverpool-based Ma Pub Group. The historic site is ready to welcome guests after a full refurbishment – it once hosted Tom Thumb back in the 1840s and has a lounge named in his honour. The £200,000 renovation has seen the … [Read more...]
NTIA & Ask For Clive unite to launch Pub Pride 2025, fostering inclusive hospitality
Ask for Clive, the renowned equality charity dedicated to fostering inclusion within hospitality venues, has partnered with the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) to launch Pub Pride 2025, which takes place on Friday 30th May 2025 this year. This national initiative is set to champion diversity and create safer, more welcoming spaces for the LGBTQ+ community across … [Read more...]
Call on Government to unlock growth for pubs
The British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) has called on the Government for meaningful support for pubs, not empty words, following the results of their latest survey. The BII’s 13,000 members, mainly running independent pub businesses as free traders or tenants and lessees, have been consistent in their asks from Government, they need access to fair taxation to allow their … [Read more...]
Brew+Bao heading to Chapel Allerton for spring opening
A new food and drink experience is on the way to Chapel Allerton, Leeds this spring from the team behind York-based craft brewery Brew York. The new concept venue will be called Brew+Bao, a collaboration between Brew York and YUZU Street Food. Popular for its Asian fusion dishes YUZU has been serving Brew York customers across its York venues since 2019. Now the duo are … [Read more...]
Listening Bar with bold Cocktails and even bolder sounds set to open in Soho
Under the Counter is set to make its debut on the Friday 18 April, a refined listening bar where exceptional cocktails and a high-quality music experience take centre stage. For those eager to be among the first to experience Under the Counter, a soft launch offering £5 cocktails will be available on Friday 18 & Saturday 19 April, between 5 - 12pm. The bar’s concept comes … [Read more...]
Government set up working group to review barriers in the licensing system
The Government has announced a new working group to look at how to reduce barriers in the licensing system. The group will report in six weeks, with solutions to improve the licensing system, cut red tape and boost hospitality’s competitiveness. The Mayor of London will also be given new powers to review blocked licensing applications – delivering on a recommendation put … [Read more...]
Marston’s darts tournament sees one lucky punter take home £5K
Following a nationwide tournament in which amateur darts players attempted to complete a timed ‘around the clock’ challenge, 11 finalists emerged to compete in the Grand Final on Friday 28 March. Nile ‘Hotshot’ Gott from Darlington took the title, the cup, and a £5,000 cash prize. Marston’s teamed up with Darts World No. 1 ‘Cool Hand Luke’ Humphries on the Cool Hand Cup, which … [Read more...]
Launch of two new Barbara’s Bier Haus venues announced for Bristol and Bournemouth
NEOS Hospitality is further expanding, with the launch of two new Barbara’s Bier Haus venues in two huge nightlife hubs, Bristol and Bournemouth. As one of NEOS’s core brands, Barbara’s Bier Haus is rapidly gaining popularity for its high-energy après ski experience, and these upcoming openings highlight the group’s impressive momentum and growing market … [Read more...]
Dream acquisition leads to opening of The Three Tuns pub in Henley in May
What began years ago over the counter at celebrated butchers Gabriel Machin in Henley has now come full circle as Barry, the butcher, and his long-standing customer Nigel Sutcliffe (owner of The Oarsman in Marlow) have fulfilled their joint dream and together acquired The Three Tuns pub in Henley, due to open this May. The part 13th century, 34-cover pub will … [Read more...]
Leeds’ The Space sets sights on next two decades
One of Leeds’ longest running night spots The Space is preparing to unveil a new look to mark its 25th Anniversary maintaining the best in clubbing entertainment and late-night party vibes to the city. The nightclub first opened its doors in 1999 setting a new standard in the Leeds party scene and has remained one of the most popular venues in the city ever since. Now, … [Read more...]
New bar set to open in Liverpool’s Waterloo this Spring
A brand new bar is set to open in Waterloo this Spring, Vanessa’s Bar launching in April. Owner Vanessa Lovegrove says she’s creating a place where people can go to chat and socialise, and where service – and the best cocktails! – are key. “I worked in bars in Waterloo when I was younger which I really liked because they had a strong sense of community,” she says. “It … [Read more...]
