Liverpool hospitality operators Ma Pub Group have acquired Newington Temple which will become their fourth city-centre site. Newington Temple now joins Nova Scotia, Tempest on Tithebarn and Ma Boyle's Alehouse & Eatery as part of the Ma Pub Group estate across the city. Having traded as a pub for almost two hundred years, recent decades have seen various iterations … [Read more...]
Northumberland operator takes on second Star lease
Northumberland licensee, Robbie Morgan, has taken on The Schooner in Amble, his second Star lease. The pub, which has been closed for three years, will reopen mid-April following a £420,000 joint refurbishment with Star Pubs, creating 16 new jobs. An experienced licensee and qualified chef, Robbie wants to create a similar set-up to his other Star Pub site, The Half Moon … [Read more...]
Pub group achieves 12% reduction in gas and 7% in electricity usage across 2024
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Hall & Woodhouse (H&W) has revealed achieving a 12% reduction in gas and 7% in electricity usage across its managed house estate in 2024, equating to approximately 360 tonnes of CO2e savings. The Dorset-based company is working towards net zero scope 1 and 2 energy emissions by 2027, and has exceed its own target … [Read more...]
Community, political, and pub group action sees eighteenth century pub reopening celebrations
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker The historic George & Dragon pub in London’s Wanstead has officially reopened following a special VIP launch event attended by local MP Calvin Bailey MBE, Councillor Paul Donovan, and other party goers. The celebration marks a triumphant return for the venue, saved from closure after a passionate community … [Read more...]
January sees draught alcohol-free sales up 238% at Greene King
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Greene King has reported soaring sales of low and no alcohol drinks in January as customers enjoy greater choice of drinks in this category. Responding to changing customer tastes and lifestyle choices, Greene King has been extending its low and no ranges across all drinks categories - draught and packaged beers, … [Read more...]
Delirious Nottingham punters celebrate landlady’s 7-0 beer extravaganza
By Angela Green: Delirious Nottingham punters celebrate landlady’s 7-0 beer extravaganza. Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Prior to last Saturday’s Premier League clash between Nottingham Forest and Brighton, few would have predicted the scoreline that unfolded. Including Beccy Webster, landlady at The Gedling Inn, Nottingham. An hour before … [Read more...]
Urban Pubs & Bars increase profits by 26% to £8.7 million
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Urban Pubs & Bars (UPB) has announced EBITDA of £8.7m for the financial year ending April 28, 2024, a 26% YOY increase. UPB operates 53 pubs, bars, and restaurants, reported a 16% rise in turnover to £60.5m and a 4% increase in like-for-like sales in the period. UPB also reports that it has just delivered an … [Read more...]
Tattenham Corner reopens courtesy of Young’s
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Tattenham Corner charges back into the spotlight as it re-opens its doors following a stunning refurbishment courtesy of Young’s. Combining the timeless charm of a traditional pub with modern flair, it offers a warm and vibrant hub for the local community and visitors alike. Guests can look forward to seasonal, … [Read more...]
Digital investments provide substantial Christmas benefits for Greene King
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Greene King saw a 30% increase in online Christmas Day bookings in its Managed Pubs versus last year, with a 13% increase in the month of December, as customers took advantage of Greene King’s new digital capabilities. With 45 million customers visiting Greene King’s websites annually, the company has delivered a … [Read more...]
Vagabond toasts cracker of a Christmas and Battersea investment growth
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Vagabond registered a 16.3% increase in like-for-like sales during the six weeks to 23rd December 2024, with all nine of its locations across London and Birmingham reporting strong growth in sales and visitor numbers. The business hosted more corporate Christmas events than ever before, as groups celebrated the holidays in … [Read more...]
The Revel Collective present robust Xmas 2024 update alongside tough 2025 outlook
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker The Revel Collective plc, an operator of premium bars and gastro pubs, trading mainly under the Revolution, Revolución de Cuba and Peach Pubs brands, has today provided an update on Christmas and H1 trading and gives guidance on the outturn for the year ending 28 June 2025 (FY25). Festive trading Group like-for-like … [Read more...]
NEOS Hospitality acquires Barbara’s Bier Haus
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker NEOS Hospitality are set to bring Barbara’s Bier Haus to Christchurch Street, Bournemouth, following their acquisition of the former ‘Vodka Revolution’. The site will undergo a £1.5 million refurbishment and re-open as one of NEOS’s core brands, Barbara’s Bier Haus. The newly transformed venue is set to launch … [Read more...]
Take the red pill lift straight up for Magic & Martinis at Sweeties
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Sweeties, the chic cocktail bar and late-night lounge at The Standard, London, will host the return of Magic & Martinis on Thursday, January 30th, in partnership with Belvedere. The event will feature a special 2-4-1 martini offer alongside a selection of Sweeties' signature cocktails. Award Winning Close-Up Magician … [Read more...]
Young entrepreneurs breathe new life into one of Liverpool’s oldest city centre bars
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Three ambitious young entrepreneurs from Liverpool have reopened the city centre bar Clockworks, unveiling their vision to transform it into one of the city’s most sophisticated venues. The 21-year-olds—Rhys Keeley, Jack Ruttledge, and Ethan Cowling—have extensive experience across various industries. Rhys and Jack run … [Read more...]
Licensees of Cambridge’s Famous Portland Arms Pub Celebrate 20 Year Anniversary
Pub & Bar News is Sponsored by Harcus Parker Greene King Pub Partners, the leased, tenanted and franchise division of Greene King, has celebrated the 20th anniversary of one of its Partners. Steve and Hayley Pellegrini – landlord and landlady of The Portland Arms on Chesterton Road in Cambridge – are celebrating their 20th anniversary running the pub. The … [Read more...]
