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NWTC plans to roll out six sites a year

17-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

New World Trading Company (NWTC) boss Chris Hill told The Morning Advertiser he wants to open six new sites a year.

Heston Blumenthal to relaunch Michelin-starred Berkshire pub

17-Feb-2017 By Daniel Woolfson

Heston Blumenthal, celebrity chef and owner of the three-Michelin-starred Fat Duck restaurant in Bray, Berkshire, will refurbish and re-imagine his one-starred pub the Hinds Head, next month.

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Pub food can survive the Brexit storm

17-Feb-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Food-led pubs are in the best position to weather the storm of Brexit-induced price rises and reduced consumer confidence caused by political instability.

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Pubs with rooms are 'not like Fawlty Towers now'

16-Feb-2017 By Nicholas Robinson

Visitor numbers across Britain are expected to rise further as the weaker pound makes it more attractive to foreigners and Brits alike, according to Dominic Worrall, owner of the Bull in Ditchling, East Sussex.

Punch-Heineken deal to be investigated by CMA

16-Feb-2017 By Daniel Woolfson

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has officially launched an investigation into Heineken’s proposed acquisition of 1,900 Punch pubs.

'Much to be proud of' in Birmingham pub property market

14-Feb-2017 By Paul Davey

Ahead of the MA500 arriving in Birmingham this Thursday (16 February), the managing director of Davey Co, Paul Davey, takes a look at the pub property market in the city.

Enterprise to expand portfolio of managed pubs

10-Feb-2017 By Liam Coleman

Enterprise Inns has announced plans to increase its managed sites to 250 by the end of September following positive like-for-like growth.

Heineken issues full assurances to Punch tenants

10-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Heineken has made further assurances to Punch tenants that there are no plans to force them to buy solely Heineken products.

Record-breaking Christmas for Greene King

10-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Pub group heavyweight Greene King broke its Christmas Day trading record and saw like-for-like sales growth of 1.1% for the 40 weeks to 5 February.

Punch tenants won’t be forced to buy only Heineken products

09-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Star Pubs & Bars managing director Lawson Mountstevens has assured current Punch tenants they will not be forced to buy solely Heineken products.

Mitchells & Butlers apologises to ‘mocked’ job candidate

09-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Mitchells & Butlers has apologised to an interviewee who was ‘mocked’ in a text message when applying for a job at its Miller & Carter steakhouse format.

Heineken's Punch takeover not a blanket MRO trigger

08-Feb-2017 By Liam Coleman

Heineken’s proposed deal to buy 1,900 Punch pubs will not act as an immediate blanket trigger for all the tenants to be able to request the market-rent-only (MRO) option, according to a letter from the pubs code adjudicator's (PCA) office.

Heineken urged by CAMRA for assurance on Punch deal

08-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

The Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) has called on pub giant Heineken for assurances on the affect the takeover of 1,900 Punch pubs would have on its members.

Tom Kerridge launches 'Pub in the Park' food and drink festival

07-Feb-2017 By Daniel Woolfson

Double Michelin-starred pub chef Tom Kerridge has announced the launch of a new food and drink festival in Marlow.

TV weatherman legend backs Fuller's free pints giveaway

06-Feb-2017 By Helen Gilbert

Fuller's has signed former weatherman Michael Fish as the face of a new campaign that promises to give punters a free pint of London Pride whenever it rains in the capital.

MA500 thrilling study tour unveiled

03-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

The MA500 is coming to Birmingham and has arranged a fantastic study tour of some of the city centre’s most interesting and exciting venues to follow the day’s riveting line-up.

BrewDog and Cloudwater collaborate on new Vermont IPA

02-Feb-2017 By Daniel Woolfson

BrewDog has collaborated with acclaimed Manchester brewery Cloudwater on a new beer.

NWTC boss “aware of risks of expansion” following £23m NatWest backing

02-Feb-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

New World Trading Company (NWTC) chief executive Chris Hill has said he is aware of the risks of expansion after announcing NatWest are investing £23m into the pub group.

Greene King lawyers urge minister to clear up stocking rights

02-Feb-2017 By Michelle Perrett

Greene King's lawyers have written to Greg Clark, Secretary of State for the Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), calling for an amendment on stocking rights in the pubs code.

Route clear for Heineken's Punch pubs takeover

01-Feb-2017 By Liam Coleman

Heineken is now the only remaining bidder for a portfolio of 1,900 Punch pubs after rival bidder Emerald Investment confirmed that it would not pursue its bid further.

Mystery surrounds identity of blogger opposed to Heineken/Punch Taverns takeover

31-Jan-2017 By Helen Gilbert

The industry has raised questions over the identity of a person behind a blog that is campaigning against Heineken’s proposed takeover of Punch Taverns.

Top 50 Gastropubs winner feels 'absolutely bloody amazing'

31-Jan-2017 By Daniel Woolfson

The chef and owner of the Star Inn, Harome, has told of his joy at coming top of the Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastropubs.

New head brewer for Fuller’s

30-Jan-2017 By Michelle Perrett

Fuller’s has announced that Georgina Young has been promoted to head brewer with John Keeling moving to a more ambassadorial role.

My pub: The Hare, Milton-under-Wychwood, Oxfordshire

27-Jan-2017 By Phil Mellows

Sue Gray (now Hawkins) shot to pub industry fame – and fortune - with her second pub, Bar Humbug. She continues to rescue failing pubs and develop them into thriving businesses. Here, she talks about her latest, the Hare at Milton-Under-Wychwood in the...

New World Trading Company to launch new concept

27-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

New World Trading Company (NWTC) is to launch a new concept in Birmingham this year.

Punch pumps funds into Liverpool pubs

27-Jan-2017 By Liam Coleman

Punch has announced plans to capitalise on an "exciting time for the city" of Liverpool by investing £450,000 in two of its city centre pubs.

Young's unveils Stephen Goodyear as non-executive chairman

27-Jan-2017 By Michelle Perrett

Young’s has revealed that Stephen Goodyear will replace Nick Bryan as non-executive chairman, when he retires at the end of the current financial year on 3 April 2017.

Madness present Camden pub with award

26-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

A pub in Camden was presented a prestigious award by ska band Madness.

Finance deal boost for Sheffield brewery

26-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

A Sheffield brewery has signed a six-figure funding deal with its bank to boost the growth of its business.

Fuller’s announces ‘strong’ sales update

26-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

Fuller’s claimed it will “accelerate” investment in its estate after announcing its trading update for the past 43 weeks to 21 January 2017.

Marston's to open first London site in 10 years

25-Jan-2017 By Liam Coleman

Marston's has followed up its positive financial results by revealing that the company plans to open a new site in London for the first time in 10 years.

Top gastropub rises from the ashes after devastating fire

25-Jan-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

A pub that was voted the best gastropub in Britain by The Times has reopened after a devastating fire and the licensee has praised loyal locals for returning.

Leeds pub and brewhouse to be bought by local community

25-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

Members of a community have joined forces to purchase a pub and brewhouse in Leeds to prevent them from closing down.

Paul Pavli: Are you giving ‘heartfelt hospitality’ to customers?

24-Jan-2017 By Paul Pavli

Punch Mercury Division managing director Paul Pavli advises operators on how to give 'heartfelt hospitality' to their customers.

"We want to be a proper regional brewer with a tied estate" - Mark Crowther on his Butcombe plans

24-Jan-2017 By Phil Mellows

The realisation of refinancing has given Butcombe Brewery the chance to expand and chief executive of parent company Liberation Group, Mark Crowther, is determined to make the most of the opportunity.

ALMR and BBPA welcome industrial strategy proposals

24-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

Trade bodies have welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement of the Modern Industrial Strategy green paper.

Marston’s like-for-like sales rise

24-Jan-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

Pubco Marston’s has released its trading update for the 16 weeks to 21 January 2017 ahead of its annual general meeting.

Punch tenants demand clarification on Heineken deal

23-Jan-2017 By Michelle Perrett

The Punch Tenant Network (PTN), the campaign group representing Punch licensees, has called on the pubs code adjudicator (PCA) to clarify the position if Heineken’s bid for the pub company is successful.

BrewDog appoints new MD and plots ‘crazily exciting projects’

20-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

BrewDog has claimed the company will remain focused on the “freshness” of its beers despite the company’s new plans for 2017.

Lucky Voice opens first Middle East site as part of expansion plan

20-Jan-2017 By Liam Coleman

Karaoke bar operator Lucky Voice is putting its expansion plans in place by launching its first site in Dubai and seeking out a new venue in east London.

Indian Brewery Company unveils first site

20-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

A brewery has opened an outlet offering craft beers and Indian street food in Birmingham after supplying its products to several pubs over the past three years.

Pubs cashing in on Trump inauguration

19-Jan-2017 By Helen Gilbert

Pubs are gearing up to hold Donald Trump-inspired parties ahead of the president-elect’s imminent inauguration on Friday (20 January).

Robinsons reveals new look for Iron Maiden beer

19-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

Robinsons Brewery has revealed a new look for the award-winning beer produced in conjunction with heavy metal giants Iron Maiden.

Why Dry January is no longer a period of doom and gloom

19-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

The emptiness of a pub in January after a hectic Christmas can strike fear into the heart of any licensee but perhaps this month has the potential to be as fruitful as any other when pubs make the most of the opportunities

Breweries unite for small beer relief reform

19-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

Small and medium-sized breweries have called on the Government to review the small breweries’ relief (SBR) scheme to ensure a “vibrant and sustainable” future for the brewing industry.

Date set for shareholder vote on Heineken bid

18-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

Punch shareholders will meet next month to vote on the proposed takeover bid by Heineken.

JDW pub refuses to serve football fans

18-Jan-2017 By Nikkie Sutton

JD Wetherspoon has apologised to football fans who were refused service at a Staffordshire pub.

Robinsons: pubs come first despite off-trade expansion

18-Jan-2017 By Sara Hussein

Robinsons Brewery will put pubs “first and foremost” despite its plans to expand its craft beer range in supermarkets.

Tim Martin calls EU predictions 'catastrophically poor'

18-Jan-2017 By Michelle Perrett

JD Wetherspoon chairman Tim Martin has accused economists, politicians and intellectuals of failing to understand the implications of leaving the EU, while JD Wetherspoon reports positive results.