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How having Wingman by your side can boost your bottom line

With consumers constantly evolving, having a stand-out beer on the bar can help give you that point of difference against competitors.

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Upskill yourself with Mix with Britvic’s cutting-edge training platform

In the ever-evolving world of hospitality, staying ahead of trends and maintaining best-in-class service is key to long term success. Comprehensive training is essential to this to improve staff knowledge, from nailing the basics to recreating experiences...

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Dynamic Pricing: Profit driver or customer killer?

On Wednesday, the federal government of Australia announced plans to ban dynamic ticket pricing as part of new measures it says will “stop businesses ripping off Australians.” Last month, The Guardian confirmed a spokesperson for the European Commission...

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How Diageo One Can Help Grow Your Business

Diageo recently transformed its online platform ‘Diageo One’, with the aim of revolutionising its support for independent operators. To celebrate the transformation, Diageo hosted a business growth day, inviting a handful of operators to take part in...

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Over 40% more UEFA Champions League for TNT Sports pubs this season

European football returns to TNT Sports this September and this season is bigger and better than ever. Major changes to the formats of the three main competitions mean more matches and more that matter for pubs to screen throughout the season. In total...

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Franklin & Sons launches brand new format across on trade

Leading independent soft drink and mixer brand, Franklin & Sons, is expanding its portfolio with the launch of a new 250ml recycled aluminium can format, initially launching in three of its best-selling flavours.

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Make your venue a fan favourite with a record-breaking season of football

It’s been a nonstop summer of sport, but now fans are getting ready for the main event: the return of domestic football. Sky Sports is once again the home of the Premier League, bringing you all the matches that matter.

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Isn’t it time you reconsidered a classic?

If you Google sherry, pretty much every article starts with a tired line of an elderly English lady or vicar with a tipple of sherry. It’s a cliché that it is hard to retire.

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There’s more than one way to pay the bar tab

With more pubgoers shifting to card payments when eating and drinking out, we spoke with seasoned operator George Arkell of Arkell’s Brewery and Melinda Roylett of Lloyds Bank to find out the impact on businesses and how it can improve customer experience.

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Soak up summertime sales with Cruzcampo®

Warm weather gives people a reason to visit pubs and bars, so take the opportunity to ensure your range is ready for the summer and up to date with the latest beer trends. With the taste for Mediterranean lagers growing and new launches driving excitement...

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GOING GREEN: WHY EMBRACING SUSTAINABILITY IS CRITICAL FOR TODAY'S PUBS

In Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, lies a gem of a pub that delivers an exceptional experience: The Unicorn Inn. Run by devoted licensee Tracey Bowen, her journey at The Unicorn Inn started as a customer before becoming a licensee – “It’s been a long-term love...

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New on-demand ‘Hot Seat Series’ featuring 14 hospitality experts launches from SmartDispense®

New video content from SmartDispense® sits down with industry experts to discuss hot topics including improving sustainability and employee wellbeing.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT IN RUNNING A PUB

On the North Norfolk coast in the seaside town of Sheringham lies The Two Lifeboats, a beachside pub popular with locals and visitors alike. Tim Joudrey has been a Star Pubs & Bars licensee at The Two Lifeboats for 11 years and, in his own words,...

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DRIVE SALES BY OFFERING YOUR CUSTOMERS ELEVATED EXPERIENCES THIS SUMMER

Summer is one of the biggest opportunities for the soft drinks category, as people are on the lookout for light, refreshing options to quench their thirst during the warmer weather. Soft drinks sales surged by 60.3% year-on-year across licenced venues...

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‘GOOD CALL’. FOSTER’S ON A MISSION TO SUPPORT CLASSIC LAGER CATEGORY

Classic lager is the on-trade’s biggest drinks category, accounting for 37% of all lager consumed in pubs and bars . With a volume rate of sale more than double that of premium lager , demand for mainstream lager brands remains strong.

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Tap into the growing demand for cocktails to drive sales this summer

Consumers are on the lookout for quality drinks, particularly over the summer months and demand for cocktails is on the rise. This presents the perfect opportunity for pub and bar operators to drive sales through trade-up opportunities. Operators can...

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Join the £16M lighter-tasting lager opportunity with Heineken® Silver

Be part of the light lager revolution with Heineken® Silver, a premium lighter-tasting lager that is adding value to the beer category

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Sky Sports – Bringing you the sports that matter most to your business in 2023

With the new year already in full swing, there’s a thrilling line-up of sports action on Sky Sports in 2023. At Sky, we help businesses drive more revenue by investing in the sports that really matter.

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Be Ready to Cocktail in 10 Seconds

Simple, yet effective way to drive sales, innovation in Draught Cocktail technology is catering to the growing demand for high-quality cocktail serves with the convenience of speed.

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Star Pubs & Bars offers advice on staff recruitment and retention

Staff recruitment and retention are two of the biggest issues facing the on trade now, with turnover high and many staff vacancies available within the sector.

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CARLSBERG CONTINUES IN ITS PURSUIT OF BETTER BEER

Danish brewer Carlsberg has been busy making changes that have a big impact on consumers and the planet.

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Shaken to the core: how premium cider is becoming more popular in the on-trade

While premiumisation has taken longer to catch on in the cider category versus the likes of beer, wine and spirits, a lesser spotted symptom of Covid-19 has seen quality pours become the apple of many a pub goer’s eye.

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Bring your community together for a summer of sport and a brand-new sports tournament

With a back-to-back summer of sport in full swing and the start of the Premier League, the EFL, Scottish Premiership plus the new signing of the Women’s Super League just around the corner, you may have missed the buzz around the new cricket tournament,...

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Host a classic summer of live sport with Sky Sports

Bring your community together for a summer of sport like never before.

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How pubs can make the most of a summer of sport, celebration and freedom

Over the past few weeks, publicans have started welcoming punters back to beer gardens, and customers have braved the cold, rain, and even snow to reunite with loved ones over a perfectly poured pint. With May 17th just around the corner, indoor re-opening...

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Get Ready to Reopen with Rock and Roll Bingo

We get locked down, but we Get Up Again! Pubs can get the party started when they reopen in May by making the most of a free month of the popular Rock and Roll Bingo game, guaranteed to get customers’ toes tapping and the tills ringing.

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Now’s the time to act – choose a drinks supplier that will grow your business

The current crisis has brought unprecedented challenges, testing the strength of every individual working in the UK on-trade. Right now, all operators face huge pressure to navigate new rules and future-proof pubs and bars. So, more than ever, our aim...

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KP Snacks helps the licensed trade to rebuild profitable snacks sales

Britons were welcomed back to pubs and restaurants in July when the Government gave the licensed trade the green light to reopen. Since then the way in which pubs operate has changed significantly, with strict new directives in place to ensure the safety...

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Two key trends to expect in the post-lockdown pub

Following the staggered reopening of pubs in England on Saturday 4th July, many of you will have opened your doors and started welcoming back your regulars. After many months of uncertainty, it’s no doubt been great to get back to doing what we all do...

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How can ventilation be improved in pubs post-lockdown?

With the COVID-19 lockdown easing what steps can pubs take to ensure their ventilation is fit for purpose as they prepare to reopen their premises? Jenny Smith, Head of Marketing at Vent-Axia explains how ventilation plays a vital part in this preparation...

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♪ On the first day of Christmas, MySkySports.com gave to me… all the business-building tools I need!

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It’s a Knock-Out! Sky Sports Box Office has ring side seats as almost 1million boxing fans flocked to the pub to watch Joshua’s fight against Joseph Parker last year

Order Now: Joshua vs Ruiz on Sky Sports Box Office

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What do Lewis Hamilton and MySkySports.com have in common?

What do Lewis Hamilton and MySkySports.com have in common?
They are both good at driving success. Lewis on the racing track and MySkySports.com, in pubs and bars. Here’s how:

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MySkySports.com: everything you need to drive footfall, revenue and dwell time

MySkySports.com range of brilliantly simple and tailored support tools are helping customers to create the best atmosphere for the out of home experience, boosting footfall, revenue and dwell time.

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MySkySports.com: everything you need to drive footfall, revenue and dwell time

MySkySports.com’ range of brilliantly simple and tailored support tools are helping customers to create the best atmosphere for the out of home experience, boosting footfall, revenue and dwell time.

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We hear how My Sky Sports is helping Sky customers promote and drive their business

My Sky Sports: everything you need to drive footfall, revenue and dwell time.

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Investing in the future

Heineken’s pub business arm – Star Pubs & Bars – is not shy when it comes to helping its licensees bring their ideas to life for the long-term health of the pub

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Neil Morrissey’s success highlights Staffordshire pub opportunities

Three months after a joint refurbishment of The Old Bramshall Inn in Staffordshire 'With Neil Morrissey Pub Company', Star Pubs & Bars is embarking on a further £3 million investment in the county’s pubs before summer 2019

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Why partner with a family brewer?

When taking on a pub, it’s important to find a business partner who understands and shares your vision, and who can provide valuable tailored support.
If you know the geography within which you wish to operate and are keen to work with a small...

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The BT Sport Pub Cup – bringing pubs and local football teams together

Does your pub football team have what it takes to perform on one of the biggest stages in the country?

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H&W business partnerships’ proven success in going multiple

Hall & Woodhouse paves the way for multi-site business partners through their innovative agreements and support packages.

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Are You Ready To Expand Your Pub Business?

For many pub operators there comes a time when the next logical step is to take on another site. Ambitious operators find that a multi-site pub business offers scope to grow, the economies of scale and the excitement and rewards a new project can deliver.

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