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Property briefs

The only pub in the Leicestershire village of Congerstone, near Nuneaton, is on the market for £130,000 leasehold. The Punch, a two-storey property...

Goodbye drink ads?

Goodbye drink ads?

Is alcohol advertising about to go the same way as tobacco? How will licensees be affected if it does? Adam Withrington reports.Although it may have...

Trading places

Trading places

Freeholds may be scarce, but they are still out there. Michelle Perrett selects three examples on the market.Two thirds of licensees that want to buy...

In ashes?

In ashes?

Tom Sandham finds out how Irish licensees are faring four months on from the smoking ban.Ireland's honeymoon period on the smoking ban is officially...

Property briefs

Property briefs

The Sportsmans Arms Hotel at Menheniot, Liskeard, is up for sale for £375,000 for the freehold. The semi-rural location in Cornwall is close to the...

The art of spin

Do you need PR? - The art of spin

By Max Gosney

Spin doctors are not just for the likes of Blair and co. Max Gosney reveals how pubs can tap into the public relations machine to boost trade. After...

Foul play from Sky

Foul play from Sky

Due to hiked up prices, some licensees are unable to keep their Sky subscriptions and lack of football is causing custom to drop. Tom Sandham takes a...

On to a winner

On to a winner

Alcohol and sport may not be the most obvious pairing, but sponsorship of events can create fantastic brand awareness. Adam Withrington...

Out of the ashes

Out of the ashes

After being gutted by fire the 16th century Royal Oak in Hawkhurst had to undergo a painstaking refurbishment. Michelle Perrett reports.While...

It all ads up

It all ads up

Adam Withrington had an exclusive insight into the making of the new Bacardi advert.Drinks advertising has provided some of the most inventive and...

Premier players

Premier players

Do imported beers form a distinct category? Adam Withrington is sceptical.Given the recent furore over licensing, smoking and the very significant...

Cellar to Glass

Cellar to Glass

With a view to standardising cellar management and beer dispense, the BII is now offering an Award in Beer and Cellar Quality. Phil Mellows...

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Trust Nightclub - Friars Gate, Warrington

£ 150,000 - To Let

Friars Gate, WarringtonLocated in the Heart of the Town Centre Nightclub Circuit6AM Licence on Friday & SaturdayClose Proximity to UniversitySeparate Floors AvailablePotential to Split Subject...

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