The England and Scotland divide extends to the drinks market
19-Feb-2001
Scotland and England have always had many differences and the drinks market is no exception. Ben McFarland reportsNearly every politician, and the...
InnSpired to grow northern presence
05-Feb-2001
InnSpired Group is preparing to strengthen its presence outside of its native South West after buying a package from a leading northern...
Quarter of public never goes to pub
29-Jan-2001
More people are drinking in pubs and bars, but there is still a lot of work to be done if the trade is to make the most of the available...
Belfast operators latest to be fined by Sky for not having agreement
29-Jan-2001
Two Belfast pub operators have become the latest to be fined for screening Sky matches without a commercial viewing agreement.Solicitors acting for...
Shepherd Neame guns for laughs with Spitfire ads
11-Dec-2000
Britain's oldest brewer Shepherd Neame is set to raise eyebrows as well as smiles, after it launched the latest phase of its Spitfire Premium Ale...
Lovely bubbly
04-Dec-2000
Left with a glut of post-millennium champagne, producers are taking their product to a new audienceLest we forget, the season to be jolly is fast...
Morgan's Spiced Gold launched in Scotland
27-Nov-2000
Morgan's Spiced is looking to capitalise on its strength in Scotland with the introduction of a new premium packaged spirit into the Edinburgh drinks...
It's crunch time for snacks
27-Nov-2000
There is a snack out there suitable for everyone - it's just a matter of spotting it behind the barI fear that confidence in this great country of...
Profits rise enables Burtonwood to make "substantial acquisitions
27-Nov-2000
Pub operator Burtonwood Brewery is in a position to make "substantial acquisitions" after revealing another rise in profits.Chairman Graeme...
Return of the Judderman
20-Nov-2000
The Judderman is returning to terrify TV viewers nationwide as part of a new Metz Christmas advertising campaign.The sinister-looking puppets, last...
We're going soft
06-Nov-2000
Marketing chiefs say a little creative thinking can go a long way in boosting soft drinks salesSoft drinks are big business. They are a major area of...
Breezer aims to take crown
06-Nov-2000
Bacardi Breezer aims to beat US lager Budweiser to become the best-distributed alcoholic drink in the UK.Breezer is in 56 per cent of the 120,000...
Pubs accused of failing kids as families call for continental-style culture
30-Oct-2000
Many publicans are antagonising potential customers simply by obeying the law on admitting children. A new report found that parents blame licensees...
Ground force - pubs face a challeng in the current coffee boom
09-Oct-2000
Walk down any high street and you will see a new coffee bar. But despite this boom, pubs have a lot to learnCoffee is enjoying a bit of a renaissance...
Metz schnapps up 40 per cent version
09-Oct-2000
Bacardi-Martini has extended its Metz range with the launch of a 40 per cent ABV schnapps aimed at tapping into the growing shot market.The release...
Licensees urged to take action on clean air
09-Oct-2000
Licensees have been warned to take immediate action if they need to improve the atmosphere in their pubs.The warning came as a local Hull and East...
The jewel in the Belgian crown
02-Oct-2000
The perfectionist brewers of Belgium are hoping to make an impact in the bars and pubs of the United KingdomAccording to the Internet, that flawless...
Kunick boss quits
02-Oct-2000
The boss of amusement machines giant Kunick has quit after the group issued its second gloomy statement in less than a month.Group chief executive...
Bulleit hits target in Seagram range
18-Sep-2000
Seagram UK has launched a new bourbon and announced several changes to its spirit brand portfolio.Bulleit Bourbon, a 45 per cent ABV American brand...
Licensees reassured over travellers row
11-Sep-2000
Publicans should not be panicked into serving known troublemakers following the recent court ruling that "No Travellers" signs are illegal, police...
Green light for Amber
04-Sep-2000
Foster's is set to enter the premium draught lager market with the regional launch of Foster's Amber. Following a successful trial period in 50 pubs,...
Arc launches with a crystal clear aim
04-Sep-2000
Bass Brewers has announced the launch of an innovative premium draught lager and regional trialing of an additional four new brands.Arc, initially...
Brewers to expand despite declining ale sales
21-Aug-2000
Several brewers have announced expansion plans in the face of declining demand for real ale. The Mighty Oak Brewery in Essex has applied for planning...
Mill House sold in surprise £57m deal
08-Aug-2000
Award-winning pub group Mill House Inns has been sold to a new venture headed by two directors of Ambishus Pub Company.Philip Snook and Mike Mills...
Kingfisher halts McClusky's expansion after losses
07-Aug-2000
Bar operator Kingfisher Leisure has slashed costs and halted the roll-out of its McClusky's brand after suffering losses.It has raised £2.3m by...
Charles Wells and the Queen's Award for Export
26-Jun-2000
Charles Wells has won the Queen's Award for Export. We attended the presentation ceremony. Charles Wells is one of the biggest independent brewers in...
Is it or isn't it? Merlin Inns' unique estate
15-Jun-2000
We look at the work of Merlin Inns — and how it gives managers the freedom to make every pub on its estate unique.For many people, walking into one...
Small brewers' access in peril
06-Jun-2000
Campaigners have stepped up their fight to help smaller brewers as the number of pubs offering guest beers is set to plummet.The £400million sale of...
Business as usual for Whitbread's portfolio
05-Jun-2000
Marketing activity for former Whitbread Beer Company brands will be continuing on a business as usual basis in the wake of the purchase by...
Springwood ready to make major acquisition
05-Jun-2000
Bar operator Springwood Leisure has hinted it is ready for a major acquisition as it expands into new markets.Chairman Adam Page has unveiled plans...
Brewer forging new estate
29-May-2000
A small East Sussex brewer has started building up its own pub estate alongside investment in production.The Forge Brewery opened its second outlet...
Is this the reshaping of the leased pub market?
24-May-2000
How will the emergence of Punch Taverns and Wellington Pub Company reshape the leased pub market? Everyone knew things would change in pub leasing...
Licensees told to cut drinks range
15-May-2000
Publicans must reduce the range of beers they sell if they are to survive in an increasingly competitive marketplace, a major brewer has...
Bass ends 'period of great change' for the business
14-May-2000
Bass has signalled an end to its drive to shake up its business which saw the disposal of more than a third of its pubs.But the company added it was...
Name change as Old English looks to dispel preconceptions
08-May-2000
The Old English Pub Company doesn't run pubs, says chief executive Barry Warwick. We discover why. Barry Warwick wants to set the record straight...
Pub chain to offer free refills to combat "rip-off Britain
01-May-2000
Pub retail brand Hungry Horse last week announced a new campaign to address consumer concern over "rip-off Britain".The chain, owned by Suffolk...
Bass to cut size of its flagship chain
01-May-2000
Bass' decision to scale down its All Bar One pubs in London could prompt a change in tack for companies targeting the female market.The move was...
What's in a name? Campbell Distillers' identity crisis
30-Apr-2000
Campbell Distillers has been going through something of an identity crisis.On the one hand, it is proud of its heritage as a producer of...
Hall & Woodhouse's suprise takeover of King & Barnes
30-Apr-2000
Dorset's Hall & Woodhouse hit the headlines with a surprise takeover of King & Barnes.The news of the impending closure of King & Barnes'...
New look for new Slug & Lettuce
30-Apr-2000
Slug & Lettuce is preparing to unveil a new look for the future. Next month sees the unveiling of the future of Slug & Lettuce. After a...
Bar and club bids hit £1billion-mark
30-Apr-2000
Bars and nightclubs belonging to some of Britain's biggest operators are set to change hands this month.Deals worth nearly £1bn have been under...
No-nonsense from ScotCo
17-Apr-2000
John Smith's has removed the word "bitter" from its relaunched pumpclip.Brand owner Scottish Courage announced the move as part of a £19million...
Wizard starts spell of rapid expansion
17-Apr-2000
Wizard Inns is to start building its own pubs from scratch after making its biggest acquisition for over two years.It has bought six outlets from...
Tom Hoskins to be reborn on Internet
10-Apr-2000
Tom Hoskins, which has been a brewer and pub operator for over 100 years, is expected to be reborn as an Internet company.Its management has...
Red Bull lowers its price
03-Apr-2000
The price of leading energy drink Red Bull has been lowered to bring it in line with European levels.Red Bull UK has taken the decision because of...
Tom Cobleigh in fresh uncertainty over being sold by Rank
03-Apr-2000
Pub group Tom Cobleigh faces a new wave of speculation that it is about to be sold by parent company Rank.Investment bank Dresdner Kleinworth Benson...
Fat Cat to exploit licensing reform
03-Apr-2000
A leading café-bar operator is among the first to expand into late-night bars specifically to exploit future licensing reform.Derby-based Fat Cat...
Settle Inn chain formed
03-Apr-2000
After helping to develop a group of "ram-themed" pubs, Paul McKinley is creating his own "chair-themed" pub chain.He and Katie Reed have launched...
Badger set for fresh new look
20-Mar-2000
Hall & Woodhouse has unveiled a fresh new look for the Badger Brewery, confirming its intention to remain in brewing.While other regional firms,...
Clarinbridge Pub Company - committed to community locals
28-Feb-2000
Clarinbridge Pub Company is staying true to its commitment of running community locals.When Richard and Dee White were trying to come up with a name...