Jason Atherton has announced the opening of Pavlova’s Bar today, within the Victoria Palace Theatre, in partnership with the theatre’s owner, Sir Cameron Mackintosh.The 20-cover bar will be the first theatre bar by Atherton, on the opening he commented: “I’m delighted to be launching Pavlova’s in Victoria’s bustling theatre district in partnership with Sir Cameron … [Read more...]
First Restaurant Group expands London Pub & Rooms Portfolio
First Restaurant Group has opened its sixth site, The Hayden, on Westbourne Grove in Notting Hill, sitting alongside The Waterway and The Summerhouse in Maida Vale and three pubs with rooms - The One Tun in Farringdon, The Clerk & Well in Clerkenwell, The Grafton Arms in Fitzrovia.The latest venue is spread across four floors with a 60-cover ground floor pub and … [Read more...]
Prospect Pubs & Bars launch from founders of Redcomb Pubs
Pub operators, Dan Shotton and Mark Draper, founders of Redcomb Pubs have announced the launch of their new venture, Prospect Pubs & Bars and the acquisition of their first freehold site, The Evenlode, Oxfordshire for £1.75 million.The new acquisition comes just months after the successful sale of the entire Redcomb estate of 15 pubs and pubs with rooms to … [Read more...]
Admiral Taverns appoints Heineken’s head of on-trade as new CEO
The board of Admiral Taverns have announced that Chris Jowsey will join the Group in July 2019, succeeding Kevin Georgel as Chief Executive.Jowsey joins Admiral from Heineken where he currently leads the Group’s On Trade business in the UK and is also a nonexecutive Director with T&R Theakston’s.He has held a variety of strategic and commercial roles at Heineken … [Read more...]
Investment in growing pub business creates 20 new jobs
Carlos Maidana and Joy Roberts have opened their fourth site in Buckinghamshire and Berkshire – The Oarsman at Marlow – following a £550,000 joint refurbishment with Star Pubs & Bars, which has created more than 20 new jobs.The pub is the couple’s third with Star Pubs & Bars and is on a 15-year lease. Formerly The Cross Keys, it had been closed for over a year … [Read more...]
Popular local family celebrate 22 years running Bracknell pub as a shining example
Publican Shane Levey and his family are set to enjoy their 22nd anniversary of running the Admiral Cunningham, Bracknell, following a £180,000 investment by Ei Group. This latest project is part of Ei Group’s £80m estate investment scheme, which aims to ensure that its network of 4,000 plus pubs are vibrant, attractive and at the heart of their local communities across the … [Read more...]
Champions League Final helps pubs with two million extra pints on order
Big occasion football matches are a great crowd puller for pubs and big occasion football matches don’t come any bigger than the Champions League Final.People like to come together and take in the event with family and friends to experience the excitement of the highs and lows the game will undoubtedly deliver.This year’s Champions League Final brings an unexpected … [Read more...]
National Lottery Heritage Fund sees landmark London ‘Homes for Heroes’ Pub re-open
The Electric Star Group is throwing open the doors to their biggest project to date this June after an impressive refurbishment by Lewisham-based housing association Phoenix Community Housing, set to restore the magic of the huge Grade II listed venue.The Fellowship and Star will be much more than a drinking space, with the restoration including an exceptional cinema, … [Read more...]
New pub concept via Urban Country Pubs
Camerons Brewery have announced further expansion to their retail pub group by introducing a new pub concept to its managed estate. The brewer, which currently has 28 managed pubs in its group including The Head of Steam chain, will be introducing a new group of venues under their Urban Country Pubs brand. This group will be based on the Leeds Brewery pubs the brewer … [Read more...]
Jodie Kidd and Virgin Holidays search for island paradise bartender in the Caribbean
If you are a bartender with a wish to work in what many would consider the perfect job in paradise, Jodie Kidd and Virgin Holidays want to hear from you. The search has commenced for a bartender to take on the job opportunity of a lifetime, manning Jamaica’s iconic floating haven Floyd’s Pelican Bar.You can read all about this amazing opportunity below, but why … [Read more...]
Ei Group announce results with disposal milestone highlighted
Ei Group plc has today announced its results for the six months ended 31 March 2019. Political uncertainty has hindered growth but operational efficiency and consumer loyalty to locals helps deliver like-for-like net income growth. The completion of the disposal of 348 commercial properties in March was highlighted by CEO Simon Townsend, as a significant milestone for the … [Read more...]
The Kensington hotel appoints Nuno Lage as Bar Manager
The K Bar at The Kensington hotel is delighted to announce the appointment of Nuno Lage as Bar Manager. Joining the South Kensington luxury drinking destination with over a decade of experience, Nuno has previously worked in the bars of some of London’s most notable hotels, and will be unveiling a new concept and cocktail list at The K Bar.Nuno joins The Doyle Collection as … [Read more...]
Wetherspoon announce Q3 trading update
Wetherspoon have announced their Q3 trading update for the 13-week period to 28 April 2019.Current tradingFor the 13 weeks to 28 April 2019 like-for-like sales increased by 7.6% and total sales increased by 8.4%. Year-to-date like-for-like sales have increased by 6.8% and total sales have increased by 7.6%.PropertySince the start of the financial year, the … [Read more...]
Pubs and restaurants benefit as consumer spending rises
Consumer spending grew by 2.5 per cent year-on-year in April, as milder temperatures encouraged Brits to go out and spend in restaurants and pubs. Data from Barclaycard, which sees nearly half of the nation’s credit and debit card transactions, shows that essential expenditure grew by 6.2 per cent in April. Non-essential spending overall saw more muted growth of … [Read more...]
