Two of the finalists for Pub/Bar of the Year in the Be Inclusive Hospitality (BIH) Spotlight Awards have revealed how trade at their sites has improved so much since the pandemic.
With its thatched roof and quirky interior, the Grade 2 listed Plough looks the quintessential country pub, and thanks to the care and attention of tenants Emma and Paul Gibbon it’s grown into much more, a family-friendly venue that plays an active role...
Former environmental scientist Greg Pilley launched Stroud Brewery as one of the country’s few all-organic breweries in 2006, expanding in 2018 into its current site where, over three floors, the taproom and events spaces demonstrate not only a commitment...
A freehouse pub in rural Dorset wowed the judges with its myriad of activities in its outdoor area, making it the worthy winner of the Best Pub Garden award.
In today's environmentally conscious world, reducing energy consumption is not only a noble endeavour but also a smart one, especially for businesses in the hospitality industry.
A strong grip on training and developing careers, alongside some great sustainability credentials which has helped create an urban oasis, has seen the Woodman named Stonegate Pub of the Year at the Great British Pub Awards 2023.
Fighting off adversity and disaster on a number of occasions, the Rose and Crown has gone on to be named the Marston’s Pub of the Year in the Great British Pub Awards.
From the moment you step into the Kings Arms you’re welcomed with open arms by the tight-knit group of bar staff. Whether you want to dine in the restaurant, soak up some sun, or get some peace and quiet in a remote corner, this pub has a spot for everyone....
The Royal Dyche is an institution in Burnley – it’s where everyone goes if they’re a sports fan and, in particular, a fan of the town’s Premier League football side.
Extensive investment into its garden, along with an impeccably run operation has seen the Boot & Shoe named as the Admiral Pub of the Year in the Great British Pub Awards 2023.
This Fuller’s managed house, close to the English national rugby union stadium at Twickenham, nails its mission to be a great all-round local community hub with an energetically welcoming.
The Loch & Tyne is a pub with a stellar food offering, with a focus on ‘sustainable British luxury’ making it a clear winner for Best Food Pub of the year.
The return of the UEFA Champions League helped boost trade across the sector with 6.6m pints sold as the tournament kicked off on Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 September.
Times are tough right now. Pub and bar operators are being hit from all sides with consumers tightening their belts, struggles over recruitment and costs soaring across the board.
The Plough at Normanton-on-Wolds, Nottingham, is a charming rural pub that prides itself on a warm welcome for all, catering for every member of the family.
The Cholmondeley Arms is one of England's most unique rural pubs. The building, situated on Lord Cholmondeley's estate in South Cheshire, is an old Victorian schoolhouse that boasts a real wow factor for customers.
The Old Abbey Taphouse in Hulme, Manchester, is so much more than a pub to local people – it’s a place that drives social action that makes a real positive difference to their lives.
Operators from across the country gathered at the O2 Victoria Warehouse in Manchester on Tuesday (19 September) to celebrate the best of hospitality at the Great British Pub Awards.
For those who attended, the Great British Pub Awards (GBPA) 2023 will live long in the memory. If you were there and have forgotten who won, here is a picture special to remind who the winners were.
Operators shared their “elation” at the Great British Pub Awards 2023 (GBPA) and hailed the awards for shining a light on the sector while so many pubs are “fighting to survive”.
The Morning Advertiser and the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) came together to give licensees and pub industry professionals the chance to taste some of the UK’s best independent craft beers at the Great British Pub Awards 2023 (GBPA).
The countdown to this year’s Great British Pub Awards, known as the Oscars of the pub trade, is over with the event taking place today (Tuesday 19 September).
It turns out there IS room at the inn, with pubs across the country investing in rooms so that guests can chill out and stay the night after enjoying the food and drink on offer.
The introduction of Martyn’s Law – a response to terrorism in the UK – will affect the pub industry so operators need to know what their responsibilities will be when the law comes into force.
Pubs have been invited to find out how they can save money and cut food waste as part of a collaboration between the British Beer & Pub Association (BBPA) and the Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP).
A number of operators revealed how they aim to boost staff retention within their businesses at The Morning Advertiser’s recent MA Leaders Club conference.
Staff members at pub operator Marston’s have given the company a staff engagement score above the business’s target of eight out of 10 as its seeks to become a “great place to work”.
Customers’ love for pubs has not dampened despite the challenges to the sector remaining “pretty prevalent”, according to experts at insights specialist CGA by NiQ.
New Government scheme to create the “next generation” of hospitality leaders is a “noble aim” but suitability of candidates is of the utmost importance, Barons managing director Clive Price told The Morning Advertiser (MA).
The operator of the Lancashire-based gastropub Freemasons at Wiswell has advised pubs to “buy once and buy right” if they’re looking to invest in accommodation at their site.
More than a third of consumers named pubs among their favourite settings for first dates but music and menu options can play a critical role in attracting the dating market.
Tommy Banks, Sally Abe, Cyrus Todiwala, Greg Marchand, Gareth Ward and Philli Armitage-Mattin will all run exclusive mentoring sessions at The Restaurant Show, which is held at London Olympia from 2 to 4 October 2023.
Making your beer garden more wildlife friendly, increasing sustainability across your food and drink offer and the journey of installing solar panels are just some of the topics we have addressed as part of the Green Initiative so far.
Tommy Banks, Sally Abe, Cyrus Todiwala, Michael O’Hare, Gareth Ward and Philli Armitage-Mattin are all confirmed speakers for The Restaurant Show, which is held at London Olympia, from 2 to 4 October 2023.