BBPA and VisitEngland link-up on access needs for pubs
The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has teamed up with VisitEngland, the national tourist board, to help more pubs cater for visitors with access needs.
Archives for October 25, 2011
Morgenrot appoints Carl Plath as new MD
Wine and beer importer, the Morgenrot Group, has appointed Carl Plath as its new managing director after the sad death of the much loved and respected Ray Flynn last month.
70% of auctioned pubs sold this year
Seven out of every 10 pubs offered for auction this year were successfully sold – that’s according to figures from the Essential Information Group (EIG).
Alliance Online develops mobile site for ordering via smartphones
Catering equipment and disposables supplier Alliance Online has launched a mobile version of its website to enable customers to browse, order and buy products through their smartphones.
Small firms set for bank-loans boost
A new bank has been launched that aims to loan £250m to small and medium-sized companies in 2012.
My Pub: A shining pub star
The chance to acquire the freehold of their leased pub, Ye Old Sun Inn, at Colton, in North Yorkshire, enabled Ashley and Kelly McCarthy to turn a successful business into a stunning one. Tony Halstead reports.
Luminar falls into administration
Luminar, the troubled nightclub operator, has fallen into administration after its banks withdrew support.
Festive spend stretcher
The economic headlines may be gloomy, but if there is one time of year people will spend it is Christmas. The difference is that they choose their venues more wisely and rely heavily on venues’ online presence to decide, claims The Mystery Dining Company.
Hull pub under fire for breathalyser machine
A Humberside licensee has installed a breathalyser in his pub to try and curb the problem of drink driving he says is blighting his local community.
Female-friendly or simply sexist?
Over the weekend, a female friend of mine lamented being offered a half pint of beer, when her male companions had not been levelled the same enquiry for their pint orders at the bar.