The Kirkstyle Inn, Slaggyford has launched a new non-alcoholic drinks flight, curated by manager and certified sommelier Nick Parkinson, paired with their eight-course tasting menu. This new offering features a sophisticated selection of alcohol-free wines and cocktails, designed to cater to the growing demand for refined non-alcoholic options. Research shows that the … [Read more...]
Carlsberg put squeeze on consumer beer choices
By Angela Green: Carlsberg put squeeze on consumer beer choices. The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has reported that pubs will soon be unable to stock several beers, including Banks’s Mild, following the Carlsberg buy-out of the last of Marston’s UK brewing operations. Fears that powerful global brewers hugely reduce consumer choice in the UK have been … [Read more...]
Stanhoe pub opens village store to support local community
Publicans Rachael and Jeremy Parke have opened a new village store at The Duck in Stanhoe, Norfolk, to support people living in the local area. The village shop named ‘Stanhoe Stores’, was opened with the expert help and a Community Services Fund grant from Pub is The Hub, the not-for-profit organisation that helps pubs to diversify and provide essential local … [Read more...]
Vacancies… follow the action’s of MARKET LEADERS
By @GraceWeaverAI: ‘We’, the UK hospitality and catering industry, collectively and regularly chorus the mantra of creating memorable experiences for 'every' guest, and providing inclusive workplaces for 'every' colleague, but do we? Are we truly inclusive, or are we selectively inclusive? You might balk at reading this, but you know both questions are pertinent, if … [Read more...]
All Bar One is opening in Richmond
All Bar One is opening in Richmond on Monday, 18th November, bringing expertly crafted cocktails, tapas-style small plates, and a vibrant social atmosphere to South West London. Located just opposite Richmond station, this new All Bar One is in the venue where The Rolling Stones launched their career at the famed Crawdaddy Club. The renovations celebrate this musical … [Read more...]
Guidance for publicans from 25 years owning and running the Durham Ox
Michael Ibbotson is urging fellow publicans to fully focus on delivering as great a customer experience as possible in order to trade through the current challenges facing the sector. The advice comes as Michael and Sasha Ibbotson celebrate 25 years owning and running the acclaimed Durham Ox in Crayke, North Yorkshire. The Ibbotsons have transformed the Durham Ox into one … [Read more...]
1 conference centre, 2 hotels, and 30 restaurants and bars opening at Olympia
The latest details of the new conference centre being built as part of Olympia’s £1.3 billion redevelopment have been revealed. Set to open in late spring 2026, the conference centre will include an 850 seated capacity auditorium, eight breakout rooms, a boardroom, business lounge, and a private hire bar and restaurant. With circa 3,000 sqm of flexible space, it … [Read more...]
13,000 BII members say 25% of pubs will close in 2025 following the Budget
A new survey from the British Institute of Innkeeping (BII) shows the devastating impact of the additional costs on small pub businesses from the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget. BII members, independently operating pubs in every community across the UK, were already struggling to make a profit ahead of the budget announcement. The new costs of employment and increases in … [Read more...]
Leading North West pub and leisure group launch Karaoke Lounge
Heading towards a busy party season the team behind Circle & Hens Group who own and run leading pub and leisure locations across the North West have decided to launch of their very own Karaoke Lounge. Based at the Jubilee Pub and Rooms in the Litherland area, the Lounge will launch on Saturday 23rd November 2024. With its own private entrance, the Karaoke Lounge … [Read more...]
Odyssey opens with the largest collection of bourbons outside the United States
Shelley Sandzer has secured whiskey-focused lounge bar and restaurant, Odyssey, for its debut space at 1 Hoxton Square. Occupying a 3,000 sq ft unit at 1 Hoxton Square, Odyssey has opened its doors to a two-floor space, with the main bar area situated downstairs and casual hosting upstairs with 190 covers. With a focus on customer experience, Odyssey boasts over 600 … [Read more...]
Publicans furious with Budget that leads to job losses
UK publicans have been left bitterly disappointed by the first Budget from the new Labour Chancellor, Rachel Reeves MP, with a huge hike in business costs imposed on struggling small businesses, and a big cut to current business rates relief, which has been a lifeline to many pubs during this cost-of-living crisis. Publicans and pub campaigners and the had hoped that the … [Read more...]
Henley acquires The Duke through Brakspear
Henley Pub Co has acquired The Duke pub and restaurant on Duke Street through Brakspear in Henley on Thames, as part of its continued growth and is set to open in early December. The pub follows The Royal and The Coachmakers Arms, both in Wallingford. Located on the corner of Duke Street and Greys Road, the pub and restaurant will be a foodie bolt-hole for locals … [Read more...]
Banx takes third pub lease with four more 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 with Heineken owned Star Pubs, undertaking a £123,000 upgrade of the community local to create the best wet-led pub in the area. The Princess Royal is Banx Pub Company’s third lease with Star Pubs. It currently runs six others on temporary management … [Read more...]
Greene King announces expansion of ‘Releasing Potential’ prison leaver employment programme
Greene King has announced it will be expanding its Releasing Potential prison leaver employment programme by launching two new training kitchens in HMP Onley in partnership with New Futures Network and HMP Perth in partnership with Scottish Prison Service and Perth and Kinross Council. The kitchens are designed to allow up to 60 prisoners each year to develop new … [Read more...]
Industry survey reveals dire consequences for pubs if business rates relief ends
A joint survey conducted by the British Beer and Pub Association, British Institute of Innkeeping and UKHospitality revealed the shocking impact a return to full business rates would have on the sector. The Results Showed: 76% would experience lower profit 54% would reduce their employment levels, risking job losses 51% would cancel planned … [Read more...]
