NEW PRODUCT'S ROUND-UP
Ridgeview announces new sparkling red
This week's round-up features a new limited-edition serve from Ridgeview and a debut single malt series from Scapegrace Distillery alongside a unique new beer from Scotland.
Archives for December 9, 2022
Pub sales soar as home nations battle in World Cup
England and Wales group matches in the World Cup provided pubs with plenty to cheer as sales of beer, cider and spirits soared.
Charity initiative helps keeps pubs lights on
A Sussex-based pub has come up with a unique way to try and offset the increased costs of Christmas lights this year.
Energy suppliers 'profiteering' from pubs
Energy suppliers are using the hospitality industry as “piggy banks” and “profiteering” from the ongoing energy crisis, according to one Chester-based operator.
Wadworth to expand offering with new brewery
Wadworth Brewery has planned to expand into the craft beer market after investing millions into new “more efficient and flexible” brewery.
Sales and logins boost ahead of Xmas rush
Eight out of 10 of Britain’s highest populated cities have enjoyed hospitality sales and wireless logins boosts above pre-pandemic levels in the run-up to Christmas.
Snack provider workers end 11-week strike
More than 750 workers at the Jacob’s Cream Crackers factory have won a pay deal after ongoing strike action.
Multi operator expands after £220k investment
A multiple operator has taken on his third site with Greene King’s leased and tenanted division Pub Partners.
PROPERTY ROUND-UP
New Dawn, Browns, Wells & Co open sites
New sites have been opened by Wells & Co, New Dawn and Browns, and Red Oak Taverns and the Inn Collection Group have completed acquisitions.
Atmosphere is key to attracting World Cup fans
Bad weather may detract football fans from going to pubs for the world cup but the atmosphere inside is a huge draw, according to music licensing society PPL PRS.
'Costs are through the roof'
The Morning Advertiser's Ed Bedington caught up with Newgate Pub & Bars boss Joe Smith to get his take on the industry's news.