ANALYSIS: Has the gin bubble burst?
Gin drinkers are “experimenting less” as sales within the category nosedive.
Archives for April 14, 2025
Business rates: UKH calls for maximum discount
Trade association UKHospitality (UKH) has called for the maximum discount to be applied to hospitality properties with a rateable value of less than £500,000.
Stonegate’s new concept ‘showcases diversity and depth of great British pub’
The UK’s biggest pub company Stonegate Group has launched a new concept that will house 220 pubs.
Warm weather drives drink sales in managed venues
Drink sales were boosted by 5% in managed venues at the beginning of April driven by warm weather across the country.
Parliamentary group launches inquiry into the important role of beer and pubs
The All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG) is calling for evidence for an inquiry into how the beer and pub sector can drive economic growth.
Oakman founder steps away from business due to ill health
Oakman Group’s founder and chief executive Peter Borg-Neal has stepped away from the business due to illness, with chairman John Leslie currently leading the 30-strong pub and restaurant company.
Village pub suffers blaze for second time in two months
A West Sussex pub has suffered a fire for the second time in a matter of weeks.
Pool to get competitive socialising makeover
Topgolf and Puttshack creators, the Jolliffe Brothers are to launch a new competitive socialising concept called Poolhouse.
FEATURE: Brewing & pub operating idols
FEATURE: Evolution of the brewer-operator model
London welcomed a new pub at the beginning of April.
THE LOW & NO PROJECT
How to ensure your bar staff are the gateway to greater sales
Equipping your bar staff with knowledge and skills about the low & no category will unlock more sales at your pub or bar.