By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software The team at The Lion in Wendlebury near Bicester swapped their aprons for party wear recently when a replacement crew from owner Brakspear's head office arrived to run the pub and give them a night off. While the HQ team of seven, including chief executive Tom Davies, poured pints for the pub's … [Read more...]
Heartwood Collection acquires first pub with rooms
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Heartwood Collection has completed on the acquisition of The White Horse, Dorking, a 56-bedroom Grade II listed inn which will open in early 2024. Located in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The White Horse will mark the Group’s first pub with rooms site. Dating back to the 13th … [Read more...]
Eve Bar launches zero-waste menu, Evolve
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Eve Bar, situated underneath the Michelin-starred Frog by Adam Handling launched its new zero-waste menu ‘Evolve’, this week. Created by Josh Linfitt, Bar director of Adam Handling Group, and Mike Redman, Head Bartender at Eve Bar, Evolve further explores Eve’s synergy between its bar and the kitchen … [Read more...]
Greene King enhances flexible working for 39,000 team members
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Greene King has announced a new flexible working policy as well as an enhanced suite of family leave policies to help its team members balance their work/life commitments and support those who are growing their families. There are over 39,000 team members at Greene King, many of whom will be eligible … [Read more...]
Clerkenwell pub reopens following refurb and menu overhaul
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software The Wilmington in Clerkenwell, a listed 19th Century pub celebrated re-opened its doors last week after undergoing an extensive refurbishment. It also implemented a full menu overhaul, with new Head Chef Jamie Cousins leading the kitchen. Metropolitan Pub Company has 72 sites in the UK, and in addition … [Read more...]
Searcys to open champagne bar at Battersea Power Station
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software British restaurateur Searcys is set to open a new champagne bar in the heart of Battersea Power Station this October. Following on from the success of its vintage Rolls Royce Champagne Coupé pop-up, the Searcys Champagne Bar will be located on Level 1 in the Power Station’s Art Deco Turbine Hall A, … [Read more...]
Greene King builds application to inclusion via reverse mentoring
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Greene King is increasing efforts to build everyday inclusion into its business culture through its reverse mentoring programme. Reverse mentoring flips the traditional learn from your managers method on its head, instead, managers partner with colleagues from across the company's diverse community … [Read more...]
Upmarket Leisure acquires Radio Rooftop
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Upmarket Leisure has acquired Radio Rooftop, the bar within five-star ME London. The deal strengthens Upmarket Leisure’s strategic partnership with Meliá Hotels International, Spain’s largest hotel group, with the acquirer’s plans being to enhance the food and beverage offerings. With over 20 years’ … [Read more...]
Proud to Pitch In pledge £ ¼ million to women’s sport
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Over a quarter of a million in funds has been pledged to women’s sport as part of a new drive by Greene King, following the recent success of the England women’s football team in Australia. The pub company and brewer currently funds grassroots sports across the UK through its ‘Proud to Pitch In’ … [Read more...]
Tom Kerridge announces opening of his latest pub in Chelsea
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Tom Kerridge is opening The Butcher’s Tap & Grill on Tyron Street, Chelsea towards the end of this year. Following the success of The Butcher’s Tap & Grill in Marlow which opened in 2017, the opportunity to lease a two-storey Victorian property just around the corner from Sloane Square was too … [Read more...]
CAMRA write to government on constant flouting of law
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software The completion of the sale by Marston's PLC of the Crooked House pub in South Staffordshire was followed 48 hours later by a fire that severely damaged the building. Then, after less than another 48 hours, a demolition team moved onto the site and laid rest to every inch of the much-loved … [Read more...]
MOJO Liverpool invite revellers to register for ‘huge’ opening party
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software One of Liverpool’s oldest late-night bars, MOJO Liverpool, has announced its set to open the doors of its new venue at Liverpool ONE on 25th August 2023. After 15 years at its current site on Back Berry Street, the new bar will continue the legacy of MOJO Liverpool in a larger two-storey 3,500 sq. foot … [Read more...]
The Cardiff Wine Passport passes the £30,000 revenue milestone
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software The Cardiff Wine Passport, a unique initiative aimed at promoting independent hospitality businesses in the heart of Cardiff, is celebrating a significant milestone. Since its launch just over a year ago, the Cardiff Wine Passport has successfully generated more than £32,000 in revenue for … [Read more...]
Chestnut acquires The Old Bridge in Huntingdon
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software Chestnut, the east Anglian hospitality company, has announced the acquisition of The Old Bridge in Huntingdon. The inn, which has been owned and run by John and Julia Hoskins since 1994, has been one of the area’s leading hospitality destinations for over 50 years, offering 24 boutique bedrooms … [Read more...]
Heartwood Collection open The Black Swan in Henley-in-Arden
By Angela Green Pub & Bar News is sponsored by Newbridge Software The Black Swan in Henley-in-Arden officially opened its doors earlier this week with a ribbon cutting ceremony by the High Bailiff of Henley-in-Arden, Alistair Price. Nestled in the heart of one of the prettiest towns in England, the latest addition to Heartwood Inns’ portfolio has opened following an … [Read more...]